Pilot 10MWp Floating Solar Power Plant — Isimba Reservoir
Innovative floating solar plant on Isimba hydropower reservoir. 14,208 PV modules, 17,050 MWh/year production. Feasibility by Swedfund grant.
USD 15 Million
12-18% annually
24-36 months
USD 5.8B (regional energy deficit)
Investment Overview
UEGCL, with support from Swedfund, obtained a grant and conducted a feasibility study for a 10MWp floating solar plant on Isimba reservoir.
Design specifications: - DC: 10MW / AC: 9.23MWac - Number of PV modules: 14,208 units - Number of Inverters: 25 units - Area covered by modules: 39,716 m2 - Annual energy production: 17,050 MWh/year - Performance Ratio: 81.93%
Solar panels mounted on floaters and anchored on river bed using mooring lines and dead weights. Power evacuated via 33kV underground cable to Isimba switchyard.
Key Investment Metrics
25% annually (solar energy)
Grid-connected clean energy
85+ direct jobs
7-10 years
Government Incentives
Required Licenses & Permits
Risk Assessment
Key Risk
Novel technology for Uganda, water level fluctuations
Contact Information
Uganda Electricity Generation Company (UEGCL)