- The Board of Directors of Copperbelt Energy Corporation Renewables (“the Company”) is pleased to announce the successful issuance of the second tranche of its Green Bond under the existing USD 200 million Medium-Term Note Programme.
The second tranche, issued on 5 December 2024, raised USD 96.728 million, significantly exceeding expectations with an over-subscription rate of 230%. Combined with the first tranche of USD 53.538 million, issued in December 2023, this brings the total issuance under the programme to USD 150.266 million.
The proceeds from this issuance will be directed towards the development of the second phase of the Itimpi Solar Project, which will deliver an additional 136MWp of solar generation capacity. This expansion builds on CEC R’s current installed capacity of 94MWp of photovoltaic (PV) solar power, reinforcing its commitment to addressing the region’s energy needs through sustainable solutions.
The Itimpi Solar Project is poised to make a significant contribution towards alleviating the ongoing energy crisis in Zambia and the Southern African region. By providing a secure, alternative source of power, the project will bolster Zambia’s economic growth, particularly in the mining sector, which remains a cornerstone of the nation’s economy.
Author: Bryan Groenendaal
