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Does Eritrea have a solar farm?

Eritrea is lagging far behind in the electrification of its territory and is now turning to renewable energy. The government has launched the country's first solar farm, a 30-MW facility 30 km from the capital, Asmara.

Who owns the Asmara project?

The Asmara Project is held by Asmara Mining Share Company of which Sichuan Road & Bridge (Group) Corporation Ltd. is indirectly owns 60% of the shares and Eritrean National Mining Corporation owns 40% of the shares. - subscription is required.

What is Africa's first solar farm?

The government has launched the country's first solar farm, a 30-MW facility 30 km from the capital, Asmara. The African Development Bank (AfDB) put out a call for tenders on 19 January for a 38-month consultancy contract to define the project and oversee its implementation. Interested companies have until 20 February to apply.

How is electricity generated in Eritrea?

Eritrea's NDCs were developed in 2018. The majority of electricity generated in the country is from imported fossil fuels. In 2019, the electrification rate in rural areas of Eritrea was only 37%, compared to 76% in urban areas. Some projects financed by international donors are aimed at increasing these rates.

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