USTDA Supports Wind Energy Development in Zambia, Creating Opportunities for U.S. Industry
October 1, 2018
(USTDA)
Arlington, VA – The U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a $1.15 million
grant to Globeleq Zambia Wind Limited (Globeleq) for a feasibility study for an
estimated 100-megawatt wind power plant in the Muchinga Province of Zambia. The
study will be carried out by U.S. engineering firm, DNV GL Energy USA, Inc. of
Katy, TX, with Globeleq providing financial, development and project management
planning services.
As Zambia’s energy generation has historically been dominated by hydropower,
the Government is looking to diversify and incorporate other resources,
including wind energy. This approach will better protect the energy sector from
the effects of climate change. The project is anticipated to include 40 wind
turbine generators connected to the national grid by a single-circuit overhead
transmission line. The study will support Globeleq in finalizing the technical
analysis needed for the project to seek financing, such as a wind energy
assessment, as well as finalizing the design of the plant and equipment needed
for construction.
“USTDA is pleased to support this study that will diversify Zambia’s energy
mix,” said Thomas R. Hardy, USTDA’s Director for Congressional and Public
Affairs. “At the same time, this project will also lead to new opportunities
for innovative U.S. companies in a growing sector in Zambia.”
“We look forward to working with USTDA and having their critical support,”
said Paul Hanrahan, Globeleq’s CEO. “This is a positive step forward for the
project, demonstrating Globeleq’s continued commitment to Zambia and the
Government’s renewable energy initiatives.”
Marion Hill, Director, Renewable Advisory Services for DNV GL added, “We are
pleased to be working with Globeleq and USTDA in Zambia, to advance wind power
plant development, enable renewable energy, and, ultimately, provide greater
energy security to Zambians.”
This project supports the goals of Power Africa and the Electrify Africa Act
which aim to increase capacity as well as support private sector involvement in
Africa’s energy sector.
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