Mmadinare Solar Complex, Botswana – update
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Name of the Project
Mmadinare Solar Complex.
Location
Mmadinare, in Botswana, close to the former mining town of Selebi-Phikwe.
Project Owner/s
Renewable-energy provider Scatec.
Project Description
The project entails the construction of a 120 MW solar complex, enough to power about 20 000 households a year.
Together, the two phases of the Mmadinare Solar Cluster are expected to generate 280 GWh/y of clean energy, which will contribute to an estimated reduction of 380 000 t/y of CO2 emissions.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
$108-million.
Planned Start/End Date
Not stated.
Latest Developments
Scatec has started commercial operation of the second 60 MW phase of the Mmadinare solar PV facility.
The first phase of the project has been operational since March 2025.
The solar power plant will generate revenues under a 25-year power purchase agreement with the national utility Botswana Power Corporation. Scatec owns 100% of the project portfolio but expects to reduce its long-term economic interest by inviting additional equity partners.
Scatec will provide operation, maintenance and asset management services for both power plants.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Scatec (designated engineering, procurement and construction company, asset manager and operations and maintenance service provider).
Contact Details for Project Information
Scatec, tel +47 48 08 55 00 or email post@scatec.com.
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