CrossBoundary Energy's 233 MW Kamoa Solar Project Enters Commercial Operation
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YIWU, China, Sept. 12, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- CrossBoundary Energy's 233 MW Kamoa solar project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has officially entered commercial operation, marking a significant milestone in the country’s renewable energy landscape. Completed just 16 months after the power purchase agreement was signed, the project sets a new delivery benchmark for large-scale solar projects in Africa.
Powered by AIKO's high-efficiency ABC modules, Kamoa is Africa’s first project to provide round-the-clock baseload power through an integrated solar-plus-storage system. This innovative approach offers a replicable clean energy solution for mining operations seeking both reliable power and lower carbon emissions. The project is located next to the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex, one of the world’s largest copper mining operations.
The Kamoa project utilizes approximately 360,000 AIKO 655 W dual-glass modules in the 66-cell format. Each module, with a mass-production efficiency of 24.2%, delivers 30 W more power than comparable products of the same format. Their superior temperature coefficient and hotspot suppression performance ensure stable generation and system safety under the mine’s hot, high-irradiance conditions.
By combining lower levelized cost of energy with reliable round-the-clock supply, the Kamoa project replaces conventional diesel generation, reducing energy-price risk and lowering the carbon footprint of Kamoa’s copper production. This strengthens the competitiveness of its products as carbon requirements tighten in international markets.
Over its 30-year lifecycle, the Kamoa project is expected to generate 7.8 billion kWh of electricity and avoid approximately 78,800 tonnes of carbon emissions annually. As the DRC diversifies beyond its hydropower-dominated energy mix, the project provides a valuable model for integrating renewable power with mining operations across the continent.
The successful delivery of Kamoa further strengthens AIKO's position in Africa’s fast-growing solar market. AIKO will continue to advance the global energy transition through high-efficiency technology and long-term value creation.