Reliable Power for Smarter Agriculture in Zambia 

 

Lusaka, Zambia              China–Zambia Friendship Farm              May, 2026            

50kW Hybrid Inverter + 100kWh ESS Project 

 

Project Background

The China–Zambia Friendship Farm, located in Lusaka, Zambia, plays an important role in supporting local agricultural production and food security. However, prolonged drought conditions in the region significantly reduced hydropower generation, resulting in frequent power shortages and unreliable grid supply.

As a result, critical farming activities such as irrigation, water pumping, and daily operations faced increasing challenges. To ensure business continuity and maintain agricultural productivity, the farm required a reliable and flexible energy solution capable of operating independently from the unstable grid.

To address these challenges, the project deployed a 41 kWp solar PV system, a 50kW/100kWh SAJ CHS2 all-in-one energy storage system, and a 17 kVA generator. By integrating solar power, battery storage, and backup generation into a single intelligent platform, the solution provides stable and uninterrupted power for essential agricultural operations.

 

Project Benefits

Reliable Power for Agricultural Operations
The hybrid energy system ensures continuous electricity supply for irrigation systems, water pumps, and other critical farm equipment, helping maintain crop production even during grid outages.

Reduced Dependence on the Grid
By maximizing the use of solar energy and battery storage, the farm significantly reduces its reliance on an unstable utility network and improves energy security.

Intelligent Energy Management
SAJ’s integrated energy management system automatically coordinates solar generation, battery charging and discharging, generator operation, and grid interaction, optimizing energy usage and system efficiency.

Lower Fuel Consumption and Operating Costs
The intelligent hybrid architecture minimizes generator runtime, reducing diesel consumption, maintenance requirements, and overall operating expenses.

Enhanced Resilience Against Extreme Weather
With integrated solar, battery, and generator support, the system provides a dependable energy supply during drought-related power shortages and other adverse conditions, ensuring uninterrupted agricultural activities.

Supporting Sustainable Farming
The solution enables cleaner and more sustainable farm operations by increasing renewable energy utilization and reducing carbon emissions, contributing to long-term environmental and economic sustainability.