Cape Verde Wind Project

Project Description

This summary covers investments by MIGA eligible lenders and equity investors to be identified, and currently represented by InfraCo Ltd. (InfraCo) of the United Kingdom in the Cape Verde Wind Farm Project (CPWFP). InfraCo has applied for MIGA guarantees of an aggregate amount of up to $127.9 million, for a period of up to 20 years, against the risk of breach of contract.

The Cape Verde Wind Farm Project comprises the development, construction, ownership, and operation of a wind farm in Cape Verde with approximately 28 MW installed capacity. The project will be one of the largest wind farms to be developed in Africa and a high-profile entry to the African renewable energy sector for potential investors. MIGA’s guarantee is being requested for €35 million of non-shareholder loans plus €17 million of interest and €23 million of shareholder loans (or equity) plus €22 million of interests (or earnings, in case that equity were to be guaranteed)

Environmental Categorization

The project is a Category A under MIGA’s environmental review procedures. Click here to view the Environmental and Social Review Summary.

Development Impact

This project is aligned with MIGA's efforts to reduce the adverse impact of climate change through supporting green infrastructure investments that build renewable energy capacity, encourage resource conservation and distribution efficiency, improve sanitation, and off-set greenhouse gas emissions. The project also supports MIGA’s strategy of promoting investment in infrastructure projects and in countries eligible for assistance from the International Development Association.