AMEA Power has started construction on the 50 MW Bondoukou Solar Photovoltaic Project in Ivory Coast.
Government officials and project financiers marked the groundbreaking event. Ivory Coast’s Minister of Mines, Petroleum, and Energy, H.E. Sangafowa Coulibaly, joined AMEA Power’s CFO, David Falcon, to launch the USD 60 million project. The solar plant is being developed under a ‘build-own-operate and transfer’ (BOOT) model by AMEA Goutougou, a local subsidiary of AMEA Power, with funding from FMO and DEG.
The project supports Ivory Coast’s goal of expanding its renewable energy mix. Once operational, the Bondoukou plant will generate clean power for thousands of households, helping the country reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and strengthen its energy security.
At the ceremony, Minister Sangafowa Coulibaly emphasized the project’s role in Ivory Coast’s energy transition. He highlighted the government’s commitment to leveraging renewable energy for a more sustainable and reliable power supply.
David Falcon, CFO of AMEA Power, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to clean energy across Africa. He described the Bondoukou project as a reflection of AMEA Power’s mission to drive economic growth and energy security through sustainable solutions.
The construction phase will create jobs and build local expertise in the renewable energy sector. Beyond providing clean electricity, the project will contribute to local employment and skills development, supporting long-term economic growth.
AMEA Power continues to expand its renewable energy footprint across Africa. The success of the Bondoukou project will serve as a model for future large-scale clean energy investments in the region.
With construction moving quickly, the plant is expected to be up and running in the coming months. Once completed, it will deliver clean, affordable, and reliable electricity, further positioning Ivory Coast as a leader in West Africa’s renewable energy transition.
Source:pumps-africa
