Mwangaza Limpopo
365 MW Solar PV Project
Harnessing Sunshine, Brightening Tomorrows: Mwangaza Limpopo’s 365 MW Solar Powerhouse
Energizing Equitable Growth Through Renewable Partnership
Witness Mwangaza Limpopo’s 365 MW solar powerhouse – a visionary renewable alliance harnessing Africa’s radiant sunshine to forge brighter, more equitable horizons.
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Basic Information
Location
Limpopo Province, South Africa
Technology
Photovoltaic (PV)
Situated on 800 ha
544,926 Modules are to be installed
Transmission lines
400/132kV
Generation capacity
365MWdc / 280,84MWac
PPA Duration
25 Years
Benefits
Clean power to be generated
569 GWh/year
Will improve access to clean power
176,839 households or 23,083 hospital beds
Annual CO2 to be avoided
4,84 MtCO2/year
Lifetime CO2 emissions to be avoided
121 MtCO2
Expected annual water savings
335,077.2 kL kiloliters/year
Expected lifetime water savings
8,376,930 kiloliters
Empowerment
Community ownership
Via Trust/Sovereign Investment Fund
Projected local procurement
R400 million - R800 million
Potential construction phase jobs
500 – 700
Potential operational phase jobs
25 - 30
Potential indirect jobs
85 - 130
Skills development capacity
150 - 230
Limpopo Solar
About Mwangaza Limpop Solar
Introducing the Mwangaza Limpopo 365 MW Solar PV Power Plant:
A Pioneering Catalyst for Sustainable Growth
Witness a transformative era as the Mwangaza Limpopo 365 MW Solar PV Power Plant takes centre stage in Limpopo’s renewable energy landscape. Strategically located in Limpopo, South Africa, this state-of-the-art facility revolutionizes the industry, setting benchmarks for innovation, sustainability, and community empowerment. Harnessing the sun’s boundless power, it provides clean energy while reducing our carbon footprint. More than energy production, it catalyzes positive change, fostering economic growth and skill development. Embrace this groundbreaking marvel that illuminates South Africa’s commitment to a greener, more resilient future.
Pioneering a De-Risked Approach to Large-Scale Solar Development
An Equitable Partnership Driving Socio-Economic Transformation
At the heart of this groundbreaking project lies a pioneering community-investor partnership model that transcends mere energy generation. Since its inception, Mwangaza Limpopo Solar has forged an equitable alliance with the local community, aligning investor interests with the empowerment and socio-economic development of the region’s communities. This unique approach has set a new standard for inclusive and sustainable development.
Catalyzing Regional Economic Prosperity
In collaboration with the esteemed Limpopo Economic Development Agency and the renowned Coega Development Corporation, Mwangaza Limpopo Solar is poised to catalyze a wave of economic growth in the region. This synergistic partnership will unlock a myriad of enterprise opportunities, fostering job creation, skills development, and economic diversification, ensuring a brighter and more prosperous future for the Limpopo.
Forging Collaborative Pathways with the Mining Sector
Mwangaza Limpopo Solar extends its impact beyond renewable energy generation, enabling productive collaborations with the mining sector through innovative co-investment and power offtake avenues. This strategic alignment opens up new frontiers for sustainable industrial growth, exemplifying the project’s commitment to forging mutually beneficial alliances that drive progress.