Namibia''s Energy Storage Breakthrough: The 54MW BESS

In December 2023, the country signed contracts for its first utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) – a 54MW/54MWh project at Omburu Substation [1] [2]. But why should the

2024 Apr 04

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Located in Omaburu, Erongo Province, northern Namibia, the project aims to address the demand for power shortages, reduce the impact of unstable photovoltaic power

2024 May 04

Namibia energy storage project bidding

One of the most important inputs for economic growth is an abundance of reliable, affordable energy and Namibia is increasingly coming under pressure to deliver a power supply that

2024 May 26

First Shipment Arrives for Namibia''s Landmark 51MW Omburu

Once operational, the Omburu BESS will allow NamPower to manage energy supply and demand more effectively. The system will perform energy arbitrage, displace costly

2025 Dec 21

The equipment for Namibia''s first grid side energy storage project

The Ombru Energy Storage Project is located in central northern Namibia, with a designed storage capacity of 51 megawatt hours. It can release electricity to the grid during

2025 May 29

Namibia: EPC contract signed for first-ever grid-scale BESS

Key contracts have been signed for the first-ever grid-scale battery storage project in Namibia, signifying the African country''s dedication to modernising its energy infrastructure,

2024 May 03

Namibia''s Battery Storage Projects: Progress Since the

Namibia is not yet self-sufficient, but the combination of grid-scale storage and transmission expansion is laying the foundation for a more resilient and renewable-driven

2025 Mar 18

Namibia: EPC contract signed for first-ever grid

Key contracts have been signed for the first-ever grid-scale battery storage project in Namibia, signifying the African country''s

2024 Apr 21

OMBURU BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM (BESS)

Surplus electricity from RE generation as well as cheaper electricity imports from the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) can be stored in the BESS. The stored energy could supply

2026 Jan 07

GERMANY SUPPORTS NAMPOWER with 400 MILLION NAD

NamPower will contribute approx. 100 million NAD to ensure the total project cost of around 500 m NAD are fully covered. The BESS plant will assist in peak shifting, energy arbitrage,

2024 Feb 06

GERMANY SUPPORTS NAMPOWER with 400

NamPower will contribute approx. 100 million NAD to ensure the total project cost of around 500 m NAD are fully covered. The BESS plant will assist in

2024 Mar 24

Windhoek Power Storage: Current Status and Future Trends

Let''s cut to the chase: In December 2023, Windhoek made history by launching Namibia''s first grid-scale energy storage system. This 54MWh project in Erongo Region isn''t

2024 Sep 30

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