Infinity Power, in partnership with Pele Green Energy, has been awarded six solar projects with a combined capacity of 1.28 GW under South Africa’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP) Seventh Round.
This achievement will triple Infinity Power’s current generation capacity in South Africa, supporting its ambitious goal to deploy 10 GW of renewable energy across Africa by 2030.
Expanding South Africa’s Renewable Energy Landscape
The six solar photovoltaic (PV) projects, with a 51% ownership by Infinity Power and 49% by Pele Green Energy, include:
- Highveld Solar (240 MW) in Mpumalanga.
- Palladium Solar 1 (240 MW) in Limpopo.
- Copper Solar 1 (240 MW) in Limpopo.
- Vanadium Solar 1 (150 MW) in Limpopo.
- Onderstepoort Solar 1 and 2 (220 MW and 190 MW) in North West Province.
Once operational, these projects will make a significant contribution to South Africa’s renewable energy sector, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and advancing the country’s transition to sustainable power solutions.
Leadership Comments on the Milestone
- Mohamed Ismail Mansour, Chairman of Infinity Power, emphasized the long-standing commitment to South Africa’s clean energy future, noting the importance of these projects in achieving Infinity Power’s continental renewable energy goals.
- Nayer Fouad, CEO of Infinity Power, highlighted the company’s track record in South Africa and its dedication to community investment, thanking Pele Green Energy for their collaboration.
- Gqi Raoleka, CEO of Pele Green Energy, praised the partnership as a model for driving Africa’s energy transformation, with a focus on clean energy generation, job creation, and skills development for local communities.
Infinity Power and Pele Green Energy will finalize Implementation Agreements and Power Purchase Agreements with South Africa’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy and Eskom within eight months. Construction will begin shortly after.
The projects are expected to:
- Avoid 3.2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually.
- Create approximately 6,500 direct and indirect jobs during construction and operation phases.
- Enhance community development, with Infinity Power already investing over $3 million in initiatives across South Africa, Senegal, and Egypt.
This landmark collaboration underscores Infinity Power and Pele Green Energy’s shared vision of advancing renewable energy solutions that uplift communities and drive sustainable development. These solar projects mark a pivotal step in powering South Africa’s energy future and reinforcing Africa’s position in the global clean energy transition.
