Mali solar storage live 2024

Will a 200 MW solar plant be built in Mali?

The authorities in Mali have revealed plans to build a 200 MW solar plant with backing from Russia. The government of Mali has announced the construction of a 200 MW solar plant on 314 hectares in the southwestern part of the country.

Is Mali a good place to invest in solar power?

The analysis reveals that a significant portion of Mali’s land area is well suited to solar PV (398.7 GW) and onshore wind (1.25 GW) development, with priority zones identified along existing and planned transmission lines and road networks.

Will Mali develop nuclear power in 2023?

In October 2023, Mali and Russia agreed to develop civil nuclear power, according to Voice of America (VOA). The construction of two additional 200 MW solar power plants near Bamako is set to begin on May 28 and June 1. The electricity sector in Mali heavily relies on imported fossil fuels for thermal production.

Are there favourable zones for utility-scale solar and wind projects in Mali?

IRENA (2024), Investment opportunities for utility-scale solar and wind areas: Mali, International Renewable Energy Agency, Abu Dhabi. This report summarises IRENA analysis to identify favourable zones in Mali for utility-scale solar PV and onshore wind projects, and their associated techno-economic parameters.

How much energy does Mali produce?

A May 2023 report by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) stated that in 2020, Mali had a production capacity of 1,024.92 MW, including 162 MW from self-producers – all thermal. Electricity production stood 2,577.44 GWh, comprising 69% thermal energy, 26.8% hydroelectricity, and 4.2% solar.

Which company is constructing a new energy plant in Mali?

The Russian company NovaWind, a subsidiary of Rosatom, is constructing the plant, marking a significant step in the country’s energy sector. In recent weeks, Mali’s transitional government has intensified efforts to implement this solution nationwide.