Toyota Tsusho to construct 25 MW solar facility in Benin

Toyota Tsusho Corporation has signed a contract with the Beninese Electricity Production Company for the establishment of a 25 MW solar power plant to be located in the Pobè region of Benin, making it the first large-scale renewable energy power plant construction venture in West Africa by a Japanese entity.

Benin aims to enhance its electricity coverage with increased self-sufficiency and reduced reliance on electricity imports from neighboring countries. The country predominantly relies on thermal power generation facilities. In response to these challenges, Benin has formulated a national plan emphasizing renewable energy development, particularly solar photovoltaic power. The goal is to establish a total solar power generation capacity of 150 MW by 2026.

Positioned as a Japanese public-private partnership initiative, this ambitious solar power plant is set to serve as a reliable source of electricity at a reduced cost. Toyota Tsusho is committed to contributing to a decarbonized society and promoting green economic growth across Africa. The company envisions achieving these goals by creating and harnessing new renewable energy sources, ultimately striving to pass on a more environmentally sustainable world to future generations.