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βThe Government has reached a major energy milestone with the groundbreaking and Power Purchase Agreement signing for the 500MW Maun Solar PV Plant and 500MWh battery storage.
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βPresident Duma Boko said the project marks the nationβs shift from planning to execution, aiming to boost energy security and sustainability.
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βDeveloped via a Government-to-Government partnership with Oman, the plant will supply clean power to the national grid, supported by storage for peak demand.
βThe government is targeting 50% renewable energy by 2030 (up from 8%), as President Boko declared that Botswana aspires to become a regional energy hub.
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βThe 30-year Independent Power Producer project will reduce carbon emissions, cut import reliance, attract investment, and enable citizen participation in the green economy.
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