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Karamoja Region Project

Utility-Scale

50 MW Solar + 20 MWh BESS IPP

Project Overview:
Location: Karamoja Region, Uganda
Capacity: 50 MW solar + 20 MWh BESS
Status: Under Development
Investment: USD 80 million
Expected COD: Q2 2026
Off-taker: UETCL

Engineering Excellence

Partnerships with Tier-1 technology OEMs and experienced international EPC contractors. Quality assurance at every stage.

Problem / Context

The Karamoja region in Uganda faces significant energy challenges, including a power deficit and an unreliable national grid supply. This often leads to frequent blackouts, hindering economic development and quality of life for residents and businesses. Industrial activities in the region are particularly affected by high operational costs due to reliance on expensive and polluting diesel generators, which are also prone to supply chain disruptions.
Addressing this energy gap with sustainable solutions is crucial for fostering industrial growth, improving agricultural output through consistent power for processing and storage, and expanding access to modern electricity services for underserved communities.

URPC Solution

URPC is developing a flagship 50 MW solar Independent Power Producer (IPP) project, integrated with a 20 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), designed to provide reliable baseload and dispatchable power to Uganda’s national transmission network. Our approach began with meticulous site selection in Karamoja, considering solar irradiance, land availability, and grid interconnection points to maximize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.

We engaged extensively with local communities and stakeholders to ensure transparent land acquisition and foster shared benefits. The project utilizes cutting-edge bifacial solar PV technology and a high-efficiency BESS to optimize energy capture and grid stability. Our development timeline has focused on securing all requisite licenses and permits, structuring a bankable Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with UETCL, and preparing for an efficient financial close and construction commencement to meet the region’s urgent energy demands.

Technical Configuration

• Solar PV: 50 MW, Bifacial Monocrystalline PV
• Battery Storage: 20 MWh, Lithium-ion BESS
• Grid Connection: 132 kV interconnection
• Annual Generation: 95 GWh/year
• Capacity Factor: 21.7%
• Technology Partners: Undisclosed leading OEM names

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