1. Power Tower Renewable Energy For Botswana CONTENTS POWER TOWER PROJECT2
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Renewable Energy For Botswana
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2. The Project Generating 250MW of electricity from a renewable
INTRODUCTION 3
The Project
Generating 250MW of electricity from a renewable
source (the sun), rather than by burning fossil fuels
Creating the largest renewable energy project in Africa
Improving Botswana’s self-sufficiency in energy
Potential to generate 5,000 jobs in secondary industries
Setting a trend in renewable energy for Africa
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3. Why Botswana? Highlighted by the World Bank as one of the most suited
INTRODUCION 4
Highlighted by the World Bank as one of the most suited
locations for this type of project & technology
We need energy
Increasing demand in the region will place strain on existing
fossil fuels and water resources
Country represents the best location from a political,
business and economic viewpoint
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4. The Tower (1) Pilot Plant in Spain 9 year trial program
INTRODUCION 4 5
Pilot Plant in Spain
9 year trial program
All data on record
German Technology
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5. The Tower (2) ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION POWER TOWER PROJECT6 6
ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
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6. The Tower (3) ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION POWER TOWER PROJECT7 7
ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
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7. The Tower (4) ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION POWER TOWER PROJECT8 8
ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
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8. The Tower (5) ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION POWER TOWER PROJECT9 9
ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
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9. The Location (1) ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION10 10
ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
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10. The Location (2) ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION11 11
ADVANTAGES OF PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
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11. Project Essentials Project cost estimate Euro 500 million
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Project cost estimate Euro 500 million
Output = 250MW
Revenues:
Electricity Generation = Euro 70 million/year
Agricultural Produce = Euro 10 million/year
Kyoto Protocol/Carbon Credits = Euro 2 million/year
Operating Costs = Almost Zero!
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12. Project Benefits Exporting of Power
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Exporting of Power
Secondary Industries (Agriculture, Glass, CO2 credits)
Reduce cost of power to the railways
Cost effective energy for industry
Long term, sustainable & affordable energy
Job creation
Leaders in renewable energy
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13. Letters of Support (1) Ministry of Minerals Energy & Water Affairs
DISADVANTAGES OF NON-IMPLEMENTATION 14
Ministry of Minerals
Energy
&
Water Affairs
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14. Letters of Support (2) Botswana Power Corporation
DISADVANTAGES OF NON-IMPLEMENTATION 15
Botswana
Power
Corporation
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15. Current Status Proposal developed by Project Promoters
PROPOSAL SUMMARY 16
Proposal developed by Project Promoters
Project concept supported by various ministries
Project approved by Ngwato Land Board (Sept 2007)
Awaiting draft lease from land Board including conditions
precedent (EIA)
Agreement with technology provider in place
Reviewing additional technology options
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16. Moving Forward Secure lease agreement EIA (6 months)
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Secure lease agreement
EIA (6 months)
Finalize Funding Structure, IPP, Off-take (3 months)
Design and Tender (4 months)
Award & Construction (24 months)
Commissioning (6 months)
Fully operational (30 months)
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