ZERA considering applications from independent power producers

In a statement, the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera) confirmed that it had received an application from Hesco for an independent electricity transmission licence.

The statement reads:

Zera has received an application from ZPC, for an independent electricity transmission licence for Hesco a subsidiary of ZPC, to construct, own, operate and maintain a transmission line and infrastructure for the connection to the proposed Hwange 600MW expansion plant.

NewsDay reports that Zera also received an application for renewal of a generation licence issued to Hippo Valley Estates.

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