Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) and Debswana, the nation’s leading diamond producer by value and volume, have signed a landmark agreement to transition towards renewable energy sources. Under the joint agreement, Debswana commits to purchasing 410 megawatts of power from BPC to sustain its operations.
This collaboration underscores Debswana’s strong commitment to Botswana’s decarbonization strategy and the global climate agenda. It also significantly supports the national initiative to build a cleaner, more resilient energy future for the country.
Andrew Motsomi, Debswana’s Managing Director, hailed the agreement as a crucial step in Botswana’s green economy efforts. “This will not only reduce our environmental footprint but also enhance the story of our diamonds, adding value to our products and resonating positively with environmentally conscious consumers,” Motsomi stated. He further emphasised the importance of partnering with BPC, the national power utility responsible for generating, transmitting, and distributing electricity across Botswana.
The new collaboration aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by nearly half by 2030. This project is part of a broader strategy that includes improving energy efficiency, exploring alternative green fuels, utilising renewable electricity, and investigating technological methods for carbon capture.
