Kamoa Copper is proud to announce the signing of a long-term Power Purchase Agreement with Green World Energie SARL, marking a major step forward in our commitment to sustainable mining. The agreement will supply 30 megawatts of renewable baseload power to Kamoa Copper from one of Africa’s largest solar and storage projects.
The new facility will feature a 186 megawatt-peak solar photovoltaic plant and a 581 megawatt-hour battery energy storage system. Together, these technologies will provide continuous, dispatchable power to support our operations and reduce reliance on diesel generators.
Riaan Vermeulen, Senior Executive – Transition at Kamoa Copper, stated: This agreement with Green World marks another milestone in our journey to decarbonize mining operations through innovation and partnership. The Green World team has demonstrated deep expertise and professionalism, and we look forward to jointly delivering this landmark renewable energy project.
Once operational in 2026, the project is expected to deliver around 300,000 megawatt-hours of clean electricity each year, cutting carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 240,000 tonnes annually. This not only strengthens our environmental leadership but also supports the DRC’s broader goals for sustainable development.
Auguy Bakome, Project Manager at Kamoa Copper, said the project supports our sustainable mining strategy by delivering “clean, reliable power” and commended Green World for their technical leadership and dedication.
Luo Liang, General Manager of Green World, expressed pride in partnering with Kamoa Copper on such an ambitious project, stating that “with Huawei’s cutting-edge technology and our execution capability, we are confident this project will be a success.”
Wang Fangqing, CEO of SDCC and Green World, described the agreement as a symbol of the company’s commitment to powering Africa’s mining industry with green energy and contributing meaningfully to the DRC’s development goals.
Construction of the facility is set to begin in June2025, with commissioning expected by June 2026. Green World will design, finance, own and operate the project, while Kamoa Copper will purchase the electricity generated.
