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How much does a solar PV plant cost in Namibia?

Emesco Energy Namibia (Emesco) has secured equity financing for its 125MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant to be built in Namibia’s //Kharas Region. The initial phase of the Schonau Solar Energy PV project, combining 50 MW of PV solar with a 70 MWh battery energy storage system, is estimated to cost N$1.3 billion.

How much does Schonau solar cost?

The initial phase of the Schonau Solar Energy PV project, combining 50 MW of PV solar with a 70 MWh battery energy storage system, is estimated to cost N$1.3 billion. Emesco’s Commercial Director, Pieter Rossouw, told M&E that the company has raised N$390 million through equity financing, covering 30% of the project cost.

Who is NamPower & Schonau solar energy?

NamPower, Namibia’s national power utility, with Schonau Solar Energy, will coordinate the export and trade of electricity on the SAPP competitive market. Emesco Energy Namibia (Emesco) has secured equity financing for its 125MWp solar photovoltaic (PV) plant to be built in Namibia’s //Kharas Region.

Why is NamPower a major investment in Namibia's electricity network?

“NamPower welcomes the financing approval of the project, as this is one of the major strategic and crucial investments towards Namibia’s electricity transmission network. NamPower will be able to maintain pace with evolving and increasing electricity needs of the country.

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