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Rio Tinto connects a photovoltaic plant to its Fort-Dauphin mine in Madagascar

In the southeast of Madagascar, a new solar photovoltaic power plant will supply electricity to the Fort-Dauphin mine, operated by the Anglo-Australian group Rio Tinto. The plant, financed and built by CrossBoundary Energy, has a capacity of 8 MWp. QIT Madagascar Minerals (QMM) is starting its energy transition with solar energy. The mining company owned … Continue reading Rio Tinto connects a photovoltaic plant to its Fort-Dauphin mine in Madagascar

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The Potential of Wind Energy in Madagascar

Madagascar, the fourth largest island in the world, is known for its unique biodiversity and rich cultural heritage. However, it is also a country that has been plagued by chronic poverty, political instability, and inadequate infrastructure. One of the most pressing challenges faced by Madagascar is the lack of access to reliable and affordable electricity, … Continue reading The Potential of Wind Energy in Madagascar

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Rio Tinto breaks ground on solar, wind power project at QMM in Madagascar

In accordance with the commitments made last July, Rio Tinto QIT Madagascar Minerals (QMM) and its partner, CrossBoundary Energy (CBE), have laid the foundation stone for the solar and wind power plant project that will supply the QMM ilmenite mine operations in Fort Dauphin, southern Madagascar. The ceremony took place in the Ehoala Park area, … Continue reading Rio Tinto breaks ground on solar, wind power project at QMM in Madagascar

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