Power China awarded $548 million, 600MW
Zambia''s state-owned utility ZESCO has awarded renewable energy developer Power China a $548 million contract for three 200MW grid
The solar energy plants are set to be constructed in Zambia by 2026 as the country looks to increase its electricity output. The MoU was signed in Beijing last week. Image Source: China Datang Corporation One of China's five large-scale power generation enterprises wants to build three solar energy projects in Zambia over the next few years.
Solar power is important for Zambia because it provides a reliable alternative energy source to hydropower, which has become less dependable due to droughts. Additionally, the increasing electricity demand makes the growth of solar power of great value and significance beyond just the energy sector.
Given the growing demand and government initiatives, it is very likely that new solar companies will arise in Zambia. The government aims to develop 600MW on-grid solar projects in the coming 2-3 years, with the GET FiT program supported by the German Development Bank.
According to the MoU, China Datang will invest in and construct 220MW of new energy projects with “high quality and efficiency.” Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema said the government is working towards attaining a power generation capacity of 10,000MW.
At the moment, there are around 29 solar companies with a licence in Zambia. Due to announced (private) financing opportunities, the market is expected to grow more in the upcoming years, leading to an increase in access to electricity.
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema said the government is working towards attaining a power generation capacity of 10,000MW. The government is seeking urgent interventions to address power shortages that have adversely affected the country's economy this year.

Zambia''s state-owned utility ZESCO has awarded renewable energy developer Power China a $548 million contract for three 200MW grid
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