Burkina Faso Advances Sustainable Development With 50 MWp Solar Power Plant Agreement

In a pivotal move to bolster Burkina Faso’s electricity supply strategy, the Minister of Energy, Mines, and Quarries, Simon-Pierre BOUSSIM, and Serge CONSEIGA, General Director of Energie Plus, sealed an agreement for the construction of a 50-megawatt peak (50 MWp) solar power plant in the commune of Komsilga, Burkina Faso.

Expressing his elation, Serge CONSEIGA emphasized the significance of this milestone in supporting the government’s efforts to enhance the country’s electricity provision. The construction of the solar power plant is anticipated to substantially boost the electricity supply for the Burkinabè populace and position Burkina Faso as a key player in the realm of sustainable development.

Serge CONSEIGA highlighted that the project aims to fortify the contribution of renewable energies to Burkina Faso’s energy mix, marking a crucial step towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy landscape. Considered as the initial stride, the company, Energie Plus, envisions progressing swiftly with the project, with the aspiration to bring reliable electricity to meet the needs of the local communities in the coming months.

This initiative signifies Burkina Faso’s commitment to embracing clean energy solutions, fostering economic growth, and improving the lives of its citizens through enhanced access to electricity.