Ivory Coast has announced plans to install solar projects totalling 150 MW by 2020 as it aims to expand its renewable energy sector. The country is seeking to establish four solar facilities over the next two years, with the first 25 MW plant set to open in Korhogo this month. Ivory Coast has also been granted loans totalling $42.1m from the ABIDJAN and the German bank Kfw to establish a 37.5 MW facility in Boundiali, while additional 25 MW and 66 MW plants are also being planned for the northern region of the country.
Ivory Coast has announced plans to install solar projects totalling 150 MW by 2020 as it aims to expand its renewable energy sector. The country is seeking to establish four solar facilities over the next two years, with the first 25 MW plant set to open in Korhogo this month. Ivory Coast has also been granted loans totalling $42.1m from the EU and the German bank Kfw to establish a 37.5 MW facility in Boundiali, while additional 25 MW and 66 MW plants are also being planned for the northern region of the country.