Ethiopia has launched the largest solar-powered electric supply project in Boqolmayo district, Liibaan zone, in its Somali regional state, providing 24-hour electricity to over 43,500 residents.
The project to be executed by China’s SinoSolar, includes a 2-megawatt solar energy system connected to 5,292 posts with a 5.5 battery backup and additional motor to prevent blackouts.
This groundbreaking initiative, supported by the African Development Bank, is designed to address the energy demands of refugee-hosting communities, according to Refugees and Returnees Service.
In a statement on Friday, the group said that the solar grid was expected to provide electricity to 25,000 households and essential institutions, including schools, health centres and community facilities, fostering improved living conditions and service delivery.
This development is particularly notable because it directly aligns with Ethiopia’s broader commitment to fostering inclusive growth while mitigating environmental impacts.
By providing clean and reliable energy, the project not only enhances the quality of life for host communities, but also promotes sustainable development in the region.
By transforming lives in underserved and peripheral regions, this initiative sets a benchmark for leveraging renewable energy to address energy challenges in refugee-hosting and other vulnerable communities.
Ethiopia has launched a major solar-powered electricity supply project in Boqolmayo district, Liibaan zone, in its Somali regional state, providing 24-hour electricity to over 43,500 residents.
The project, executed by China’s SinoSolar, includes a 2-megawatt solar energy system connected to 5,292 posts with a 5.5 battery backup and additional motor to prevent blackouts.
This is the fourth major solar initiative in the region and aligns with Somali State’s efforts to enhance community infrastructure through renewable energy.
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