Clean Energy, Brighter Future, Stronger Community
About
10 km east of Noupoort in the Northern Cape, Noupoort Wind Farm’s 35 turbines generate over 304,000 MWh of clean power each year—enough to supply more than 91,000 South African homes. Operating since July 2016, it was the first project in Round 3 of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP) to reach Commercial Operations.
Beyond producing renewable energy and avoiding around 300,000 tonnes of carbon emissions annually, the wind farm invests in local growth through enterprise development, skills training, and education initiatives, including maths and science programmes, computer and science labs and other impactful programmes.
Community
Education is at the heart of our investment strategy, with support spanning from Early Childhood Development to tertiary scholarships. Our initiatives include maths and science programmes, upgrades to local school infrastructure, and targeted assistance for teachers and learners.
Youth development is further strengthened through skills training, mentorship, and pathways to local employment. The wind farm also drives SMME growth by offering business training, enterprise development funding, and capacity-building workshops, with a focus on youth- and women-owned businesses.
Our support of the local farming community promotes sustainable agriculture through training, resources, and initiatives aimed at boosting productivity and resilience.
By investing in education, enterprise, and agriculture, Noupoort Wind Farm is helping to nurture a skilled, self-reliant community equipped for long-term success.
Community Funding
The Enterprise Development (EnD) and Socio-Economic Development (SED) Community Fund supports initiatives that advance community upliftment and enterprise growth.
- SED Community Fund: open to small and emerging non-profit organisations and socially driven enterprises.
- EnD Community Fund: open to small business enterprises.
- First-time applicants may apply to the Community Fund only.
Sustainability Funding
The Enterprise Development (EnD) and Socio-Economic Development (SED) Sustainability Fund supports initiatives that promote local economic growth, job creation, and community development.
- SED Sustainability Fund: open to small and emerging non-profit organisations and socially driven enterprises.
- EnD Sustainability Fund: open to established business enterprises.
- Second-time applicants (previous Community Fund recipients who have demonstrated growth and/or meaningful impact) may apply to the Sustainability Fund only.
Community Trust
The Noupoort Renewable Energy Community Trust own a 5% share in each respective wind farm. This ownership was established through loans from the Development Bank of South Africa (50%) and the company shareholders (50%). Once the loans have been repaid, the trust will invest in community education, health, agriculture, sports and culture, and social welfare development.
Investors & Partners
Africa’s largest pure-play renewable energy provider, with a 1.3 GW portfolio spanning solar and onshore wind projects in Egypt, South Africa, and Senegal. Committed to lighting up Africa, the company drives sustainable development while creating economic, educational, and environmental benefits for local communities.
Part of Old Mutual Limited and is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange with secondary listings in London, Malawi, Namibia and Zimbabwe
A South African based investment manager, primarily focused on investing in renewable energy assets across sub-Saharan African.
One of South Africa’s oldest black-owned investors — a diversified investment management company committed to developing and investing in businesses for the long-term benefit of communities and stakeholders.
Established by the project company with the objective of carrying out public benefit activities to benefit the local community in the areas of enterprise development, education and health.
News
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