Volobe Amont hydroelectric project, Madagascar
Name of the Project
Volobe Amont hydroelectric project.
Location
Tamatave, in the north-east of Madagascar.
Project Owner/s
Project company Compagnie Générale d’Hydroelectricite de Volobe Clean (CGHV), comprising energy producer EDF (37.5%), pan-African group AXIAN (37.5%) and investment company Africa50 (25%).
Project Description
The project proposes the development, construction and operation of a 120 MW hydroelectric dam.
The project will produce about 750 GWh/y of electricity – equivalent to about one-third of Madagascar’s current electricity production. This new energy source will help decarbonise and secure Madagascar’s power supply.
Potential Job Creation
The project is expected to create 3 000 jobs during construction and 200 permanent positions during operation.
Capital Expenditure
The project has funding from international donors and a guarantee from the World Bank.
Planned Start/End Date
The dam’s commissioning is scheduled for the end of 2030.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Not disclosed.
Contact Details for Project Information
CGHV, email contact@cghv.com.
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