Mozambique solar energy storage module manufacturer

Why is solar energy important in Mozambique?

In Mozambique, the adoption of solar energy systems is particularly crucial due to several key factors inherent to the country’s situation. Firstly, Mozambique has a high solar irradiation level, making it an ideal location for harnessing solar energy.

Who built Mozambique's first large-scale solar power plant?

Capital and expertise from Scatec Solar, KLP and Norfund enabled the construction of Mozambique’s first large-scale solar power plant. Central Solar de Mocuba (CESOM) provides over 79 GWh of electricity annually, which is equivalent to the electricity consumption of more than 170,000 households in Mozambique.

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.

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.

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.

Will Cuamba solar deliver clean power to the Mozambican grid?

Mike Scholey, Globeleq’s CEO remarked: “We are extremely excited to now have Cuamba Solar officially delivering clean power to the Mozambican grid via EDM and supporting both the local economy and the Government’s efforts to build more renewable power.