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How will a solar power plant benefit Botswana?

The solar power plant will ensure that approximately 48,000 tons of CO 2 emissions will be avoided and power approximately 20,000 households annually. Botswana is rich in natural resources and has vast solar energy potential, receiving over 3,200 hours of sunshine per year.

Who will finance the first 60 MW project in Botswana?

Financing for the first 60 MW will be provided by the Rand Merchant Bank in Botswana and the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation (IFC). Scatec owns 100% of the project and will be the designated engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company, as well as asset manager (AM) and operations and maintenance (O&M) service provider.

Where will a solar power plant be located in Gaborone?

The plant will be located near Mmadinare, close to the former mining town of Selebi-Phikwe, 400 kilometres Northeast of capital Gaborone. The solar power plant will ensure that approximately 48,000 tons of CO 2 emissions will be avoided and power approximately 20,000 households annually.

How much did Scatec spend on a 120 MW project?

In the third quarter 2023, Scatec was awarded a 60 MW expansion to the project, taking the total capacity to 120 MW. The estimated total capital expenditure for the 120 MW project is BWP 1.4 billion (USD 104 million) with an estimated EPC contract value to Scatec of BWP 1.2 billion (USD 90 million).