Chad launches its first utility-scale solar plant with 50 MW and storage

Chad recently celebrated the inauguration of its inaugural utility-scale solar installation. The 50 MW Noor Chad solar plant, developed by Abu Dhabi-based company Global South Utilities (GSU), is now operational in N’Djamena, the nation’s capital. Equipped with 5 MWh of storage capacity, the plant aims to provide sustainable energy to 274,000 households across the country. The launch marks a significant step towards Chad’s renewable energy goals, enhancing its energy security and reducing carbon emissions.