Gabon, U.S. Partner on Wind Ambitions

Key Figures & Findings: Gabon is set to explore its first wind energy project through a collaboration with the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), which signed a feasibility study grant with the Gabonese Ministry of Energy. This partnership, announced in Libreville, is a strategic step toward diversifying Gabon's power generation mix, which is currently dominated by hydropower. The feasibility study will assess wind potential around the coastal area of Cap Estérias. The U.S. involvement underscores its commitment to supporting renewable energy development in Africa

Insights: Gabon currently relies on hydropower for over 60% of its electricity needs, but seasonal variability limits supply reliability. The proposed wind project would be the country’s first utility-scale wind farm, and its capacity is expected to support future industrial and residential growth.

Future Implications: If the study yields viable results, construction could begin by late 2025, unlocking U.S. private sector investment and setting the stage for further clean energy projects in Central Africa. Gabon’s broader energy strategy aims to reach 100% renewable energy by 2030.

Source: Africa Business+