Envusa, South Africa Hybrid Cluster

Key Figures & Findings: Envusa Energy, a joint venture between Anglo American and EDF Power Solutions, is advancing a 520 MW hybrid energy project in South Africa. The Koruson 2 cluster—comprising solar and wind assets—is part of a broader strategy to support power diversification and alternative supply mechanisms outside Eskom’s centralized model. According to Acting CEO Nicole Mason, the project aligns with the firm’s mandate to supply energy to industrial customers and explore options under South Africa’s evolving electricity regulations. Anglo American has been actively backing off-grid power initiatives for its operations, while EDF brings technical experience from global utility-scale projects.

Statistics & Insights: Koruson 2 includes 240 MW of solar PV and 140 MW of wind, and is expected to reach commercial operation by 2026. Envusa’s larger plan includes developing up to 5 GW of renewables across multiple sites.

Future Implications: If operational timelines are met, the Koruson 2 cluster could begin feeding power to private offtakers by 2026. The project may also contribute to reducing grid strain and supporting liberalized power trade frameworks.

Source: Energy Capital & Power