President Ramaphosa to launch Ummbila Emoyeni wind facility near Bethal
A major renewable energy milestone will be reached near Bethal as commercial operations begin at Seriti Green's wind facility.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will, this coming Friday, officiate the commencement of commercial operations at the Ummbila Emoyeni Wind Energy Facility near Bethal.
The official event marks a significant milestone in South Africa’s efforts to strengthen energy security, advance infrastructure development and drive inclusive economic growth through investment in renewable energy.
According to the Presidency, the commencement of commercial operations comes three years after the investment commitment associated with the Seriti Green project was announced at the South African Investment Conference.
The move represents a major step in translating investment commitments into operational infrastructure that contributes to South Africa’s long-term economic development.
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Located in Mpumalanga, South Africa’s traditional energy-producing region, the Ummbila Emoyeni Wind Energy Facility demonstrates the practical implementation of the country’s Just Energy Transition.
The project combines renewable electricity generation with significant investment in transmission infrastructure, long-term regional operations, local supplier participation, skills development and community investment.
The first phase of the development comprises 155MW of wind generation and forms part of a planned 900MW renewable energy programme. Once completed, the broader programme is expected to contribute additional renewable electricity generation capacity while strengthening South Africa’s energy system.
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The Presidency said in a statement the event also highlights how collaboration between government, the private sector, investors and local communities is supporting infrastructure-led growth, expanding energy capacity, creating employment opportunities and contributing to regional economic development.
President Ramaphosa is expected to officiate the commencement of commercial operations at the facility from 10:00 on Friday at Seriti Green’s Ummbila Emoyeni Wind Energy Facility near Bethal.
Highvelder intends to provide coverage of the event.
