Who is building a solar power plant in Mozambique?

The Spanish group TSK has won the contract to build the Cuamba solar power plant in the Niassa province of Mozambique.

Why is Mozambique acquiring 25-30 MW of solar PV?

The procurement of 25-30 MW of solar PV is the first stage of implementation of the program which will contribute to the diversification of Mozambique’s power mix and improve power supply quality, whilst ensuring low-cost energy for Mozambican end users

What is central solar de Mocuba?

Central Solar de Mocuba has increased Mozambique’s energy generation capacity by 40 MW and will produce approximately 79 GWh per year. The project’s strategic location will reduce energy transmission losses and improve the security of energy supply in northern Mozambique and stabilize the grid.

How will Mozambique's power plant's strategic location affect the grid?

The project’s strategic location will reduce energy transmission losses and improve the security of energy supply in northern Mozambique and stabilize the grid. It is estimated that the power plant’s connection to the EDM grid will result in a seven percent improvement in the network default level.

Where is Mozambique's power plant located?

The plant was built in the Zambezia Province in north-central Mozambique. Mozambique is one of the poorest countries in the world and access to electricity is extremely limited. In rural areas only 6 percent of the population has an electricity supply. National demand for electricity is growing significantly due to industrial and commercial growth.

Why did EDM join central solar de Mocuba?

It was also a unique opportunity for EDM to gain technical, commercial and practical experience in utility-scale solar solutions. Central Solar de Mocuba has increased Mozambique’s energy generation capacity by 40 MW and will produce approximately 79 GWh per year.