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JUWI South Africa takes the lead on Senegal’s newest mine-site hybrid solar plant

Eramet's mineral sands mine in Senegal

Eramet's mineral sands mine in Senegal

22nd November 2024

By: Marleny Arnoldi

Online News Editor

     

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French multinational miner Eramet’s subsidiary, Eramet Grande Côte, and renewable-energy company JUWI Renewable Energies South Africa have closed a €30-million, or R600-million, deal to build a solar PV and battery storage solution for Eramet’s mine in Diogo, Senegal.

The planned 20 MW solar and 11 MWh battery project will meet 20% of the mine’s energy needs and reduce the mine’s carbon emissions by 25 000 t/y, mostly owing to the mine’s reduced reliance on heavy fuel oil.

The project is poised to create more than 100 jobs during construction and the maintenance phases of the plant.

The installation will rank among the largest in offgrid hybrid installations in Senegal and contribute to the country’s clean energy transition, whereby it aims to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions by 7% by 2025.

“Sustainable mining technologies are crucial in reducing the environmental impact of industrial operations, especially as many African mining operations rely on hydrocarbon fuels owing to the continent’s limited grid infrastructure.

“By integrating renewable energy and storage into mining, we reduce carbon footprints, improve operational efficiency and strengthen long-term energy resilience,” comments Eramet Grande Côte CEO Frederic Zanklan.

He adds that this investment in a solar plant reflects Eramet’s commitment to decarbonising its operations, in line with the global climate emergency. Additionally, the mine’s clients will benefit from products with increased environmental value.

Eramet produces ilmenite, leucoxene, zircon and rutile from its mineral sands mine in Senegal.

Edited by Chanel de Bruyn
Creamer Media Online Managing Editor

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