Wind Turbine Tower Fabrication Plant
Proposition
Sector: Renewable Energies
Sub-Sector: Wind Energy
Abstract
Namibia is endowed with some of the best wind regimes globally. Studies estimate the country’s technical wind power potential exceeds 100 GW of installed capacity. The renewable energy sector is escalating rapidly due to the global shift toward reducing carbon emissions and adopting sustainable energy solutions. Namibia is endowed with high south and coastal wind speed. The coastal location of Namibia and high wind speed both onshore and offshore is good for investing in wind energy infrastructures, such as wind turbine manufacturing , wind farms and related technologies. In countries like Namibia, where energy scarcity is a critical issue, applying an open innovation approach in leveraging the renewable energy sources such as wind source can lead to more efficient, cost-effective and sustainable solutions. Namibia imports 60-70% of electricity from South Africa ,Zambia and Zimbabwe. According to the National Renewable Energy policy of 2017(NREP) the country plans to achieve 70% power generation from wind, solar PV, concentrated solar power (CSP), biomass and hydropower) gradually by 2030.Namibia's energy deficit is compounded by green hydrogen industries, population growth and escalating demands from green hydrogen industry,mines and domestic use. Therefore, there is a need to invest in wind turbine manufacturing plants to maximise the electricity generation from the wind source.
Value Proposition
Establishing a wind turbine tower fabrication facility in Namibia offers a compelling value proposition by leveraging the country’s strategic location, abundant raw materials and access to regional markets through SACU and AfCFTA. Namibia’s emerging green hydrogen and renewable energy sectors create growing domestic demand for wind infrastructure, while regional energy transitions offer scalable export opportunities. Tower sections, anchor cages and flanges are among the easiest components to localize, given their lower technological complexity and reliance on steelwork.
