The Assela 100 MW Wind Farm has officially begun generating electric power as its first turbines became operational, according to Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP). Once fully completed by the end of 2025, the project is expected to produce over 300 GWh of clean energy annually, enough to power more than 140,000 households.

Senior Ethiopian officials, along with representatives from Denmark and the European Union, recently visited the site located 150 kilometers south of Addis Ababa in the Oromia region.

EEP CEO Ashebir Balcha emphasized that the wind farm paves the way for future renewable energy initiatives in the region, as part of Ethiopia’s broader electrification agenda.

State Minister of Finance Semereta Sewasew hailed the project as a key step in building a diversified and resilient energy system. “It demonstrates our ability to deliver advanced alternative energy solutions through blended finance and strong partnerships,” she noted, crediting Denmark’s support as instrumental.

Danish Ambassador to Ethiopia Sune Krogstrup underscored the project as a symbol of strong bilateral ties. “We are proud to support Ethiopia’s energy transformation by sharing Denmark’s expertise in wind technology and sustainability,” he said, expressing readiness to deepen cooperation.

European Union Ambassador Sofie From-Emmesberger pledged continued EU support for modernizing Ethiopia’s energy grid and promoting smart investments in clean energy.

Owned by EEP and fully financed by the Kingdom of Denmark, the Assela Wind Farm project supports Ethiopia’s targets under the Sustainable Development Goals and its ambition to attain middle-income status by 2030 while becoming a regional energy hub in Eastern Africa.

Source: The Ethiopian Herald