Mbakaou Carrière Small Hydro Power Plant

Project Name: Mbakaou

Project Owner: IED Invest

Standard: Verra VCS

Project ID: 3220

In Cameroon, where 80% of rural residents lack access to electricity, the Mbakaou Mini-Hydropower Plant is a beacon of hope and progress. This groundbreaking project delivers clean, renewable energy to 3,000 households and numerous small and medium enterprises across 8 villages in the Tibati region. By replacing costly, polluting diesel-powered thermal stations, Mbakaou is slashing state fuel expenses and paving the way for a sustainable, electrified future.

By supplying green electricity to households, businesses, and community services, the project enhances access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Local SMEs thrive with reliable power, fostering entrepreneurship and job creation in rural areas.

The Mbakaou plant is set to double its capacity to 2.8 MW in the next years, extending clean energy to even more households and businesses. This ambitious expansion will amplify the project’s reach, bringing sustainable electricity to additional communities and reinforcing Cameroon’s commitment to renewable energy. Mbakaou is not just meeting today’s needs—it’s powering tomorrow’s possibilities.

Developed by IED INVEST, a pioneering company established in 2011, Mbakaou showcases the power of small-scale, decentralized renewable energy solutions. Backed by the expertise of IED, an independent consulting and engineering firm with over 420 sustainable energy projects since 1988, IED INVEST designs, finances, and operates innovative projects tailored to developing countries.