Bringing clean, affordable wind, solar and battery storage projects to East and Southern Africa
Upepo is the Swahili word for wind--an important energy resource, which together with solar energy is abundant, clean, and local. With one of the world's fastest growing area economies, East and Southern Africa's demand for electricity is skyrocketing while the effects of climate change and drought are hitting home. Upepo Energy's mission is to partner with local communities to bring sustainable, large-scale wind, solar and battery storage projects to East and Southern Africa.
Why Wind Power?
Near-term solution to over-reliance on hydro power
Hedge against Price escalation of carbon-based fuels
Compatibility with hydro, natural gas, geothermal
Opportunity for export of electricity to neighbors
Reduces line losses at grid extremes
Rural transport and infrastructure development
“Upepo Energy is the most experienced wind energy development team operating in East Africa Today.”
Unparalleled Industry and Regional Experience
Quality Design, Construction, Technology Partnerships
Track Record of Community-Driven Development
Dedication to Technology Transfer and Use of Local Labor
Key Partners
Focused on the Community
Our Industry-leading team is based in Tanzania and the U.S., with a breadth of wind industry and East Africa Experience. We believe that the path to sustainable energy begins with healthy communities. A crucial part of our approach to development is working with community leaders to build lasting partnerships focused on fostering thriving local communities through education.
