Projects & Milestones
CapNova is currently in the Land & Permitting phase for Copperbelt projects, designed for scalable grid connection and hybrid PV + storage operation.
Priority HV Substations & Corridors (Copperbelt)
Connection points are subject to ZESCO grid impact and feasibility studies. The table below reflects CapNova’s siting preferences and development focus.
| Substation / HV Node | Area | Voltage | PV Scale | BESS Strategy | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ndola Main / Central Node | Ndola | 330/220/132 kV | 10–100 MW (subject to grid studies) | 1–2 hrs (mandatory for higher penetration) | Tier 1 |
| Kansenshi Node | Ndola | 132 kV | 10–30 MW | 1 hr (optional → recommended) | Tier 1 (Phase 1) |
| Kitwe Main Node | Kitwe | 330/220/132 kV | 10–100 MW (subject to grid studies) | 2 hrs (recommended for mining load dynamics) | Tier 1 |
| Nkana Nodes | Kitwe | 132 kV | 10–30 MW | 1 hr (optional) | Tier 2 |
| Lufwanyama Corridor | Lufwanyama | 132 kV (near HV corridors) | 30–100 MW (long-term) | 2–4 hrs (strong candidate) | Tier 1 (Growth) |
Development Timeline
Phase 1 (0–3 months): Land & Permitting
Land identification, municipal engagement, preliminary grid corridor screening.
Phase 2 (3–9 months): Studies & Applications
ESIA, formal grid impact / feasibility study initiation, licensing pathway preparation.
Phase 3 (9–15 months): Structuring & Financing
Offtake discussions, investor/lender engagement, project company structuring.
Phase 4 (15–24 months): EPC & Commissioning
EPC appointment, construction, grid connection, commissioning.
Battery Storage – High-Level Assumptions
Phase 1 (10 MW)
Baseline: 10–20 MWh (1–2 hrs). Final sizing confirmed after grid studies and PPA structure.
Scale-up (30 MW)
Baseline: 60 MWh (2 hrs). Used for peak shifting, voltage support, and curtailment reduction.
Utility-scale (50–100 MW)
Baseline: 100–400 MWh (2–4 hrs). Enables hybrid dispatch and stronger offtake options.