Jord Secures 300 Hectares for Biofuel Project in Senegal

Swedish renewable energy firm Jord has secured 300 hectares of land from the Municipal Council of Sakar in Senegal to develop a large-scale biofuel project.

Situated between the villages of Dassilamé and Taiba-Bodiacounda in the Sédiou region, Jord aims to produce 50,000 tons of solid biofuel annually on the site. The project will contribute directly to Senegal’s national target of achieving 40% renewable energy by 2030.

“This land allocation marks the beginning of a shared journey toward sustainable development and lasting impact in Africa,” stated Peder Dagsánth, CEO, Jord.

The project is designed to restore degraded land and strengthen Senegal’s energy independence. What’s more, the project aims to foster inclusive community development and rural employment in the Sakar municipality.

The acquisition is part of the first phase of a planned 1,000-hectare development, with an additional 700 hectares expected to be allocated in the near future.