Amea Grand Bara Solar Plant Unveiled by Amea Power in Djibouti
Dubai-based Amea Power has announced plans to construct a 50 MW solar power plant in Djibouti. The Amea Grand Bara Solar Plant will be situated 30 km south of Djibouti City, near the town of Damerjog.
The $70 million project will include a 25-hectare solar photovoltaic (PV) plant with an initial capacity of 25 MW, and a 20 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS). This facility is set to be completed by 2025, with the second phase planned to add an additional 25 MW, although a timeline for this phase has not been disclosed.
Amea Power secured the project through a tender by Djibouti’s Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources. The company will develop the plant under the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model and manage it through a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Djibouti’s state-owned utility, Electricité de Djibouti (EDD). For more details on the steps leading to the project’s completion, visit this link.
Amea Grand Bara Solar Plant: A Milestone in Djibouti’s Renewable Energy Journey
The Amea Grand Bara Solar Plant is set to become Djibouti’s first solar power plant, marking a significant milestone in the country’s energy transition. The project is part of the Djibouti Solar IPP Program, a World Bank-funded initiative aimed at increasing the share of renewable energy in the national energy mix.
The program aims to add 100 MW of solar capacity by 2030, with the Amea Grand Bara Solar Plant being the first project to be implemented under this program.
Hussain Al Nowais, Chairman of Amea Power, expressed the company’s commitment to advancing renewable energy in Africa. “This project is a testament to our dedication to supporting the continent’s energy transition. By providing sustainable and reliable energy, the project will contribute to the social and economic development of the region,” he said.
The project also highlights Amea Power’s growing portfolio of renewable energy projects in Africa. The company currently has 3 GW of renewable energy projects under development in 16 countries across the continent. In addition to the Djibouti project, Amea Power is also involved in solar and wind projects in Egypt, Tunisia, and Morocco. For more insights into the commissioning of the solar PV park, explore this article.
Amea Grand Bara Solar Plant: Advancing Energy Security and Sustainability in Djibouti
The Amea Grand Bara Solar Plant will significantly boost Djibouti’s energy security by reducing its reliance on imported fossil fuels. Currently, Djibouti imports nearly all of its energy, making it vulnerable to fluctuations in global energy prices. The solar plant will also help Djibouti achieve its goal of generating 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2035.
The project is also expected to create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the region. During the construction phase, the project is expected to create around 200 jobs, with additional jobs created during the operation and maintenance phase. The project will also provide a stable and reliable source of electricity for local communities, supporting economic activities and improving the quality of life for residents.
Amea Power’s investment in the Amea Grand Bara Solar Plant reflects the growing trend of private sector involvement in renewable energy projects in Africa. As countries across the continent seek to diversify their energy sources and reduce their carbon footprints, private companies like Amea Power are playing a crucial role in driving the transition to renewable energy. Learn more about the breakthroughs in Djibouti’s solar project at this link.
