Zimbabwe is ramping up its clean energy ambitions through a newly announced partnership with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), aimed at boosting solar technology development and local manufacturing.
As part of the initiative, a Solar Technology Application Resource Centre will be established at Chinhoyi University of Technology, to accelerate the adoption of solar energy, advancing research and innovation, and supporting skills development in the renewable energy sector.
The government also plans to kickstart large-scale production of solar panels and lithium batteries, with local universities collaborating with international companies to build sustainable energy solutions domestically.
Speaking on the occasion, Energy Minister July Moyo emphasized the transformative role of renewable energy in powering key sectors such as agriculture, mining, and manufacturing. He also advocated for the adoption of clean cooking solutions to replace firewood, aiming to ease the burden on women and reduce environmental degradation.
Moyo further highlighted the importance of net metering, a system that enables households and businesses to sell excess solar energy back to the national grid in exchange for electricity bill credits—an incentive designed to encourage wider use of solar energy across the country.
This latest initiative is part of Zimbabwe’s broader strategy to reduce its carbon footprint, enhance energy security, and promote sustainable economic growth.
