Thanks to the plant 120 villages in the Mountains district have now access to electricity
The local population can now live a modern life using green electricity.
Impact
The price of the kilowatt is 20 F CFA from Soubre vs 55 F CFA from other source of energy.
The project helps the sector to find their financial balance.
CI-Energies used the local workforce to build the plant.
The project hired more than 4,000 people (directly and indirectly) for the construction phase and relies on 50 permanent technicians to ensure operation and maintenance.
Through this project and their action, CI-Energies is helping the region.
The project helps the San Pedro region to have a revival of activity, more people are now working and living in this area.
CSR Action
Creation of a 200 ha biodiversity conservation area (largest area in Africa). This land will also run a program to raise awareness about biodiversity protection.
Protection of the National Par of Taï by offering 2 trucks, 1 motorcycle and awareness panel.
Construction in the nearby villages of 5 schools, 3 medical centers, housing and a sports complex. Installation of village pumps that allows 6,000 persons to have access to clean water.
Creation of a dedicated fishing area for the local community and the Soubré fish market that will allows them to generate more revenues.