Congolese energy company Tinda Energy has signed an Engineering, Procurement and Construction contract with Chinese firm Complant to develop a 56 MW solar power plant in the Ignié Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in the Republic of Congo.

The agreement includes the construction of the solar facility, transmission lines and access roads. Negotiations with creditors will now commence, leading to contract finalizations and project execution planning.

“The project is a symbol of commitment to the energy transition as integrating solar and biomass energy into the national grid will ensure stable and sustainable power for industries in the SEZ, reduce dependence on fossil fuels and bolster industrial resilience,” stated Jean-Marc Thystère-Tchicaya, Minister of SEZs and Economic Diversification, Republic of Congo.

The Ignié SEZ project aims to attract foreign investment, support small and medium-sized enterprises and foster economic development in the region.

“The launch of this project is a major step towards the country’s energy transition. It will not only contribute to optimizing the energy mix and improving the reliability of electricity supply, but also to the sustainable development of the SEZ,” stated He Haishan, Deputy General Manager, Complant.