Orange revealed plans on May 12 to double its solar-powered base stations across Africa, aiming to expand its clean-energy footprint on the continent [1]. Currently, the telecom operator has installed solar-powered systems at 15,000 sites, accounting for 30% of its total African and Middle Eastern operations [1].
The company operates solar-powered base stations in 11 countries across Africa and the Middle East, illustrating its commitment to renewable energy adoption across diverse markets [1]. Orange CEO Christel Heydemann discussed the expansion plans during an interview in Nairobi, Kenya, on May 13, emphasizing the company’s drive to increase sustainability in its infrastructure [2].
Rising costs linked to the ongoing Iran war have reinforced the attractiveness of renewable energy investments for Orange, making solar technology a strategic choice amid global supply and energy price pressures [1].
The plan to double solar-powered sites signifies a major push toward reducing reliance on traditional power sources and cutting carbon emissions. Currently, solar installations cover about 30% of Orange’s sites in Africa and the Middle East, with growth set to accelerate.
Orange’s next milestone will be the rollout of the expanded solar network across these markets, expected to happen throughout the coming months as the company scales up its clean-energy base station infrastructure [1].
