Benin Smart Solar PV Site

Benin building solar power plants for energy access

Together, the FORSUN, TTC and DEFISOL plants will strengthen Benin''s energy capacity, enough to supply electricity to

2025 Feb 21

Impressive Benin solar projects get $19.95M boost

The new solar plant and mini-grid are poised to address the rising energy demand in Benin, a nation that has long contended with energy shortages and an unreliable power

2025 Sep 05

Benin building solar power plants for energy access

Together, the FORSUN, TTC and DEFISOL plants will strengthen Benin''s energy capacity, enough to supply electricity to thousands of homes, the Benin government said in a

2025 Oct 27

Benin, Axian, Sika Launch Solar Plants

Axian Energy and Sika Capital launch $42.7M solar project in Benin, powering 50,000 households and advancing national clean energy goals through innovative renewable

2024 Jan 13

Axian and Sika invest €45 million in four solar power plants in Benin

Four photovoltaic plants totaling 50 MW will be built in Benin by Axian Energy and Sika Capital to strengthen the share of renewables in the country''s energy mix.

2025 May 02

Axian Energy and Sika Capital to Build Four Solar

Benin is moving forward with a major renewable energy initiative through a partnership between Axian Energy, a pan-African

2024 Apr 28

Benin Energy News: 4 New Solar PV Plants Mark Major Step

These four new PV plants represent a substantial investment in Benin''s energy infrastructure, demonstrating the country''s commitment to reducing its reliance on traditional

2025 Feb 24

Benin puts solar power at the heart of its energy

With financial and technical support from a variety of sources, Benin previously built several solar power plants and installed dozens of

2024 Feb 14

Axian Energy and Sika Capital to build four solar plants in Benin

Axian Energy, a pan-African renewable energy player, and Sika Capital have announced the launch of a project to build four solar power plants in Benin. The project

2025 May 18

Benin puts solar power at the heart of its energy policy

With financial and technical support from a variety of sources, Benin previously built several solar power plants and installed dozens of mini-grids; solar power currently

2025 Nov 06

Benin Energy News: 4 New Solar PV Plants Mark

These four new PV plants represent a substantial investment in Benin''s energy infrastructure, demonstrating the country''s commitment

2024 Oct 17

Axian Energy and Sika Capital to Build Four Solar Power Plants in Benin

Benin is moving forward with a major renewable energy initiative through a partnership between Axian Energy, a pan-African developer, and Sika Capital Bénin. The two

2024 Feb 03

Benin: Axian and Sika to develop four utility-scale solar PV plants

Axian Energy and Sika Capital have started work on four solar power plants, which will be the country''s first utility-scale PV IPPs. Progress is also being made on the third phase

2024 Jun 14

Benin: Axian and Sika to develop four utility-scale

Axian Energy and Sika Capital have started work on four solar power plants, which will be the country''s first utility-scale PV IPPs.

2026 Jan 08

Illoulofin Solar Power Station

Illoulofin Solar Power Station, is a 50 megawatts (67,000 hp) solar power plant in Benin, whose first 25 MW was commissioned on 19 July 2022, and the next 25 MW is under construction

2025 Sep 24

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4 FAQs about Benin Smart Solar PV Site

Who is developing a solar farm in Benin?

The solar farm is under development by the Government of Benin, with funding from the European Union (EU), the French Development Agency (AFD) and the Beninese Electricity Company (SBEE). The power station will be built in phases, with the first phase of 25 megawatts capacity followed by the second phase of equal magnitude.

How will the Beninese solar power station work?

The power station will be built in phases, with the first phase of 25 megawatts capacity followed by the second phase of equal magnitude. The energy from this solar plant will be integrated into the Beninese national electricity grid, during the 25 years of the solar farm's expected lifespan.

Who are the actors in the solar industry in Benin?

Main actors from the private sector are for solar products and installations: L'Association Inteprofessionnel des Spécialistes des Energies Renouvelables du Bénin (AISER - Bénin) / The Interprofessional Association for Renewable Energy Specialists: is an "an association for promotion and advocacy of the renewable energy in Benin" .

Where is the power station located in Benin?

The power station is located in the town of Pobè, in Plateau Department, in southeastern Benin, close to the international border with Nigeria. Pobè is located approximately 34 kilometres (21 mi), by road, north of Sakété, the capital of Plateau Department.