Zambia’s Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved 43 licence applications and six construction permits across the petroleum, electricity, and renewable energy sub-sectors, with a total investment value of ZMW 3.9 billion (approximately US$159 million).
The 43 approved licences span a wide range of energy-related activities critical to strengthening Zambia’s energy value chain. These include the manufacture, supply, installation, and maintenance of renewable energy generating equipment; the distribution, import, and export of petroleum products and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG); and the importation, blending, packaging, distribution, and export of lubricants. Additionally, ERB granted licences for electricity generation activities.
Among the six construction permits approved, two are for large-scale renewable energy projects.
Fitula Solar Company Limited received authorization to construct a 12 MWdc Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant in Chingola at an estimated cost of US$11.5 million. Garneton South Solar Limited will develop a 20 MWac Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant in Kitwe, representing an investment of US$22.9 million.
According to ERB, these undertakings are vital to enhancing energy availability, promoting the adoption of cleaner and more efficient technologies, and ensuring a reliable supply of energy products and services across the country.
Furthermore, the ERB has licensed 85 road tank vehicles to support the safe and efficient transportation of petroleum products and authorized six newly constructed service stations to begin operations.
These developments are integral to expanding energy access, improving safety standards, and enhancing service delivery nationwide.
The ERB remains committed to fostering a transparent, predictable, and supportive regulatory environment that encourages sustainable energy investments, aligned with the Government’s national development agenda and energy transition goals.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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