Name of the Project
Zina Solaire solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant project.
Location
The project is located in Kona municipality, about 180 km from Ouagadougou, in Burkina Faso.
Client
Zina Solaire, which is owned by Windiga Energy International (95%) and the Burkina Faso government (5%).
Project Description
The project involves the construction of a 26.8 MW solar PV plant.
The project will be connected to the grid by a 7.8 km transmission line.
The electricity will be sold to Burkina Faso State-owned power utility Sonabel under a 25-year power purchase agreement.
Jobs to be Created
About 100 temporary jobs will be created.
Value
€38-million.
Duration
The project is expected to take 12 months to complete.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
Windiga Energy International, email info@windiga-energy.com.