A ceremony was held in Pala, Chad, to launch the VELA project, which aims to improve access to modern energy services in the south of the country. The event was attended by over 50 stakeholders from various social groups and was presided over by the mayor of Pala, Dr Armi Jonas. The project was presented to the city's stakeholders, outlining its objectives and expected outcomes. The initiative is expected to boost the local economy and improve the quality of life for residents.
The VELA project involves the installation of a 2.5 megawatt solar system on a five-hectare site in Pala. The project is expected to be completed in two phases, with the pilot phase scheduled for 2027-2029. Several technical studies have already been conducted to prepare for the installation of the energy infrastructure. The project aims to provide reliable and sustainable electricity to the local population, including economic operators, farmers, small businesses, and public services.
The project is being implemented by the Agency for Rural Electrification and Energy Management (ADERM) in collaboration with German Cooperation through GIZ. The project is funded by the European Union and the German government. The initiative aims to improve access to renewable energy in southern Chad, with a focus on deploying mini-solar networks in several locations, including Pala and Kélo.
The VELA project has been welcomed by local authorities, who see it as an opportunity for economic and social development. The mayor of Pala, Dr Armi Jonas, has called on stakeholders to support the implementation of the project to ensure its success. The project is expected to have a positive impact on the local population, improving their access to reliable and sustainable energy.
The project's beneficiaries include economic operators, farmers, small businesses, entrepreneurs, women, young people, public services, and local authorities. The initiative aims to address the energy needs of these groups, improving their productivity and quality of life. The project's success is expected to contribute to the economic and social development of the region.
However, the project's implementation requires certain prior arrangements. The commune of Pala needs to facilitate the release of certain spaces and axes in the concerned neighborhoods to allow the project to be installed in good conditions. The project's stakeholders are working together to ensure that these conditions are met, and the project can be implemented effectively.
The VELA project is part of a broader effort to improve access to energy in Chad. The country's energy sector faces significant challenges, with many communities lacking access to reliable and sustainable energy. The project's success is expected to contribute to the country's energy development, improving the quality of life for its citizens.
Key points
- The VELA project aims to install a 2.5 megawatt solar system in Pala, Chad, to improve access to reliable and sustainable energy.
- The project is being implemented by ADERM in collaboration with German Cooperation through GIZ, and is funded by the European Union and the German government.
- The project's beneficiaries include economic operators, farmers, small businesses, entrepreneurs, women, young people, public services, and local authorities.
