Cabo Verde solar partnership

What are the development projects in Cabo Verde?

The final of the five development projects in Cabo Verde is the Watershed Management and Agriculture Support Project. It was created to increase productivity in agriculture by supporting the conversion of dry farmland to higher-value horticultural production.

How does Cabo Verde benefit from cooperation?

Cabo Verde benefits from numerous projects and activities from this cooperation. Cabo Verde is a functioning democracy with good standards of governance, where human rights are generally respected. The country has stable political institutions and a well-functioning multiparty parliamentary democracy since 1991.

What is Cape Verde's 5 MW solar power plant?

The 5 MW solar power plant, located on the island of Santiago, was built with the support of the World Bank and the European Investment Bank (EIB). The project was part of Cape Verde’s efforts to transition to a more sustainable and resilient energy system.

Can Cape Verde generate 50% of its electricity from renewable sources?

Cape Verde has set an ambitious target to generate 50% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2025. The REIUP project is expected to contribute significantly to achieving this target. In recent years, Cape Verde has made significant progress in promoting renewable energy sources.

How will the reiup project impact Cape Verde?

The REIUP project is expected to contribute significantly to achieving this target. In recent years, Cape Verde has made significant progress in promoting renewable energy sources. The country has been investing in wind and solar energy projects, and in 2019, inaugurated the largest solar power plant in West Africa.

Where will solar power plants be built in Portugal?

The scope of the work involves the construction of a 1.3 MWp solar park in Fogo, an island located in the southern part of the archipelago. Additionally, a 1.2 MWp solar power plant will be built on Santo Antão, and two 0.4 MW solar power plants will be constructed on the islands of São Nicolau and Maio.