The Global Energy Interconnection Development Cooperation Organization, in partnership with the Chinese Mission to the African Union, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, and the African Electric Power Utilities Association, has initiated an electric bus technology training programme in Africa with the aim of promoting the growth of electric vehicles and energy storage technology on the continent.
The six-day training programme, offered by Golden Dragon, covers a range of topics including the construction and operation of electric vehicle charging facilities, standards for electric vehicles, development experiences, policies related to the energy storage industry, and insights into project investment and financing. The main objective of the programme is to expedite the establishment of energy interconnection in Africa, reduce power outages, and promote electrification, industrialisation, and sustainable development across the continent.
Nearly 200 participants from energy departments, power companies, universities, and research institutions in 25 African countries such as Côte d’Ivoire, South Africa, and Ghana have shown interest in the programme. Golden Dragon’s participation in this training programme demonstrates its export philosophy of empowering others with knowledge and expertise instead of simply providing solutions. This initiative seeks to advance the adoption of electric vehicles and energy storage technology in Africa