Cape verde energy saving hydraulic station accumulator

When will Cape Verde's energy storage centre be operational?

During the presentation of the project, Cape Verde's National Director for Industry, Trade and Energy, Rito Évora, announced that the energy storage centre is scheduled to be operational by 2030, with the aim of injecting 7% of renewable energy into the national public grid and 18% into that of the island of Santiago.

How much does the Santiago pumped storage project cost?

The Santiago Pumped Storage Project, which will be located in Chã Gonçalves, in the municipality of Ribeira Grande de Santiago and will cost around 60 million euros, promises to significantly increase energy storage capacity, thus making it possible to increase the country's electricity production capacity.

What are the main objectives of hydro pumped-storage projects in Santiago Island?

The main objectives of the “Hydro pumped-storage projects in Santiago island” project were the identification of hydro pumped-storage projects and the performance of feasibility studies for potential sites.