Thermal and Solar Hybrid Energy Solutions
Molo Graphite Mine Case Study
Located southeast of Toliara in Madagascar, the Molo Graphite Mine represents a significant step towards sustainable mining operations. Powered by a thermal and solar hybrid energy system, Phase 1 is designed to cut CO₂ emissions by over 11,300 tonnes per year. USP&E partnered with Cross Boundary Energy as the EPC contractor for the thermal portion of this innovative project, ensuring reliable and efficient energy supply in a challenging remote environment.
Background
Powering Graphite Extraction in Madagascar
The Molo deposit is located ±160 km southeast of Madagascar’s administrative capital (and port city) of Toliara, in the Tulear region. It is approximately 13km north-east of the local village of Fotadrevo.
Challenges
Reducing Emissions with Hybrid Energy Systems
Phase 1 is powered by a thermal + solar-hybrid power plant (solar + battery energy storage) that is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by over 11,300 tonnes/year. Molo is accessible by an all-weather airstrip and a network of regional roads, which allows access to the ports of Toliara and Ehoala at Fort Dauphin.
Solution
EPC Expertise for Thermal Energy Integration
Cross Boundary Energy, a Kenyan-based independent power producer with a signed power purchase agreement with the owners of Molo Graphite, hired USP&E as their EPC for the thermal portion of this project.
Outcome / Testimonial
On-Time, On-Budget Delivery for Molo Graphite Mine
USP&E was on time and on budget. Clients pleased with our work.