The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has just launched a call for tenders for the installation of solar hybrid systems at 10 sites in Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda, with a cumulative capacity of up to 1.8 MWp. Interested Independent Power Producers (IPPs) have until November 30th, 2020 to apply.
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) wants to use solar energy for its humanitarian missions in Africa. Its Green Fund has just launched a call for tenders for the installation of 10 solar photovoltaic systems for its operations in three East African countries, namely Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda. This project will result in solar power plants with capacities ranging from 60 kWp to 500 kWp, with a cumulative capacity of 1.8 MWp at all 10 sites.
“It is planned that each new PV system will be installed in combination with batteries and/or residual diesel generation. All sites will include a back-up diesel system. Bidding companies will be required to bid on all sites ultimately selected for the tender,” UNHCR says.
The signing of PPAs with IPPs
According to the UNHCR, the criteria for expression of interest will focus on the experience, expertise, capacity and financial resources required to implement the envisaged projects. Interested Independent Power Producers (IPPs) have until November 30th, 2020 to express their interest. Read more…
