ABO Energy has officially finalized the sale of rights for two energy storage systems in South Africa to Électricité de France (EDF). These two projects, located near Aggeneys in the Northern Cape province and Vryburg in the North West province, represent a major advancement in stand-alone energy storage solutions. Developed by ABO Energy to a “ready-to-build” stage, these systems will now be further developed by EDF.
Each installation will offer a capacity of 77 megawatts (MW) and a storage capacity of 308 megawatt-hours (MWh). These projects were awarded to EDF in November 2023 as part of the Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP), marking a critical step toward their implementation. The financial close of the projects has now been finalized, confirming their economic viability.
A major leap for the energy grid
These two storage systems are a first for ABO Energy in South Africa. Since 2017, the company has demonstrated its expertise in developing and selling wind and solar projects totaling approximately 500 MW in the country. With this experience, ABO Energy is now focusing on storage projects, addressing the growing need for flexibility and reliability in the energy grid.
A strategic cooperation for the future
EDF, a major global player in the energy sector, strengthens its presence in South Africa through this partnership. This project highlights the importance of international collaborations in tackling energy challenges. ABO Energy’s local team is currently working on a project portfolio totaling 5 gigawatts (GW), including hybrid solutions combining solar and wind energy with storage through batteries or hydrogen.
These initiatives aim to optimize available resources while supporting South Africa’s energy transition. Through these strategic partnerships, South Africa is gradually positioning itself as a hub for energy storage innovations.
