Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe (PLZ) has begun construction of a 70-megawatt solar power plant to support its mining and processing operations in Goromonzi. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on Zimbabwe’s strained national grid, which faces a peak demand of 2,200MW against a supply capacity of just 1,400MW. As a subsidiary of Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt, PLZ is investing heavily to ensure uninterrupted power for its expanding operations.
The solar facility is part of PLZ’s broader strategy to move into value-added lithium processing. A new US$400 million lithium sulphate plant is set to begin production in early 2026, requiring a stable and sustainable energy source. During a recent site visit, Mines Minister Winston Chitando praised the company’s commitment to energy independence and its role in strengthening Zimbabwe’s industrial capacity.
PLZ joins a growing list of mining firms investing in renewable energy to counter grid instability. Zimplats, Caledonia Mining, Turk Mine, Dinson Iron and Steel, and PPC Zimbabwe have all launched solar projects ranging from 4MW to 185MW. The shift reflects a wider trend supported by government policy to encourage Independent Power Producers and bolster national energy resilience.
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