NEoT Offgrid Africa (NOA) and Winch Energy Limited have invested US$12mn in mini-grid projects in Uganda and Sierra Leone, contributing to their global ambition to build the largest portfolio of mini-grids in Sub-Saharan Africa, and reach a portfolio worth US$100mn
Power Generation
Caterpillar releases Cat XQP200 mobile generator set
Caterpillar have announced the new 200 kVA Cat XQP200 mobile generator set, the company’s first mobile power solution meeting European Union (EU) Stage V emission standards for engines used in non-road mobile machinery
Solar PV Powering the C&I Sector in Africa
With a considerable energy deficit and an expected increase in electricity demand, the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) sector to grow by more than 270% by 2030, Africa is on the path to becoming an attractive market for solar projects
Uganda to increase electricity access in rural communities
The Ugandan government, with support from the African Development Bank (AfDB) and other partners, has launched the last-mile connectivity component under the Uganda Rural Electricity Access Project in Iganga in the eastern Luuka District
GE Gas Power MEASA Partnership Summit 2021 strengthens regional supply chain
GE Gas Power has organised the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) Partnership Summit 2021 to continue its commitment to strengthen collaborations with regional suppliers