Navitas Planet Secures US$ 20M Solar EPC Project in Zambia

Navitas Solar announced that its dedicated Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) arm, Navitas Planet, has secured a US$ 20 million contract to develop a 54 MW utility-scale solar power project in Serenje Province, Zambia. The project marks a significant milestone in Navitas Solar’s global expansion strategy and strengthens its presence in Africa’s fast-growing renewable energy sector.

Under the EPC contract, Navitas Planet will undertake end-to-end project execution, including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of the solar power plant. The project will also feature Navitas Solar’s high-efficiency bifacial TOPCon modules, along with other key components sourced from leading global manufacturers. The project is expected to be commissioned with an execution timeline of approximately seven to eight months. 

Commenting on the development, Sunay Shah, Director, Navitas Solar, said, “This project represents an important milestone in Navitas Planet’s international growth journey and reflects the increasing global demand for Indian renewable energy expertise. Zambia is actively diversifying its energy mix, creating strong opportunities for utility-scale solar development. Through this project, we look forward to delivering reliable, high-quality clean energy infrastructure while building long-term partnerships that contribute to Africa’s sustainable energy future.”

Zambia is accelerating investments in renewable energy to strengthen energy security and reduce its dependence on hydropower, which currently accounts for over 80 percent of the country’s electricity generation and remains vulnerable to climate-induced droughts. The Serenje Province project aligns with Zambia’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and the Presidential 1,000 MW Solar Initiative, supporting the country’s efforts to diversify its power generation mix and improve grid resilience. 

Beyond expanding renewable energy capacity, the project is expected to deliver meaningful environmental and economic benefits. Once operational, the solar plant is expected to generate clean electricity while reducing approximately 42,570 tonnes of carbon emissions annually. It will create local employment opportunities during construction and associated project activities, contributing to local economic development and skills creation.

The project further supports Zambia’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, which target a 47 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. As Navitas Planet’s first utility-scale EPC project in Africa, the development establishes a strong foundation for the company’s long-term growth strategy across the continent, where demand for reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy infrastructure continues to grow.

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