Bumbuna Phase 2 hydroelectric power project, Sierra Leone
Name and Location
Bumbuna Phase 2 hydroelectric power project, Sierra Leone.
Client
The project is a public–private partnership between independent power producer Endeavor Energy, the government of Sierra Leone and international power developer Joule Africa.
Project Description
The Bumbuna Phase 2 project is expected to significantly increase the power capacity of the Bumbuna hydroelectric plant by 500% from 50 MW to 250 MW. Phase 2 will be built in two stages.
Stage 1 will comprise four 33 MW turbines at the Bumbuna extension and dam upstream at Yiben. Stage 2 will comprise two 33 MW turbines at Yiben.
Value
$700-million.
Duration
Construction is expected to start in 2014.
Latest Developments
The $700-million expansion of the Bumbuna Phase 2 hydroelectric power project has gained traction after five engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors were shortlisted for the project.
The joint venture partners believe they have selected “some of the most respected” EPC firms from across five continents.
Meanwhile, Joule Africa has completed the feasibility study for the Phase 2 development and sustainability consultancy Environmental Resources Management has embarked on environmental and social studies.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Endeavor Energy, tel +1 713 963 3690 or email contact.us@endeavor-energy.com.
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