GE Reinforces Commitment to Improve Energy Access in West Africa

Shelby McKie | Press Release-Rewrite | April 4, 2019

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General Electric is making a commitment to improve the energy access in Benin and Cote d’Ivoire.

They will supply the nation with its first solution to increase energy reliability and efficiency, as well as improve the power capacity of certain substations while reducing the loss of energy transmissions.

These agreements align with GE’s commitment to providing scalable power solutions in partnerships with governments and utilities to meet West Africa’s growing energy needs while developing self-sustaining electricity systems for businesses and households in the region.

In Benin, 85 percent of electricity utilized is currently imported from neighboring countries. GE will supply Benin with its first Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) that will help optimize energy distribution, reduce electricity losses and minimize shortages. It will also improve the quality, efficiency, and availability of power to GE customers.

In Cote d’Ivoire, GE will expand three substations in Ferke, Man, and Taabo, that will help improve the electricity supply in northern, western, and central parts of Cote d’Ivoire.

"With about 90% of the country's population having access to electricity and the growing demand for energy, limited distribution systems cause a total energy loss of approximately 20% annually.” GE is looking to rehabilitate and strengthen the country’s grid infrastructure.

GE's Grid Solutions business provides complete, engineered solutions for high voltage (HV) substations to power generation companies, utilities, and industries, bringing together the right mix of high-voltage products through expert engineering and full project management. Grid Solutions has designed and implemented over 1,700 substation projects globally in the last 10 years.