For over 20 years, 3E has been a trusted partner in the African renewable energy landscape. Our early commitment was solidified with the opening of our Cape Town office in 2011, establishing a dedicated hub for Sub-Saharan Africa.

This strategic presence allowed us to play an integral role in South Africa's groundbreaking REIPPP program. This success story served as a powerful launchpad, enabling us to expand our expertise across the continent. It has in  been a big success, full of challenges and valuable lessons learned along the way.

The market continues to evolve rapidly, and we are at the forefront of these new opportunities. We are actively supporting the surge in BESS technology, Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (CPPAs) and the exciting emergence of energy aggregators in the South African market.

A multidisciplinary & dynamic pan-african team

Our strength lies in our people. Our South African team is a dynamic, multidisciplinary unit with deep local roots and a truly pan-African perspective. Comprising talented professionals from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Togo, Congo, and Ethiopia, and fluent in both English and French, we possess the cultural nuance and linguistic capability to deliver seamless service across the continent.

A proven track record across the project lifecycle

3E provides independent technical advisory services across the entire project lifecycle. Our team has a proven record of assisting developers, asset managers, investors, and lenders with:

• Owner’s Engineering: Guiding projects from development and design through tendering, construction, and operations.
• Lender’s Technical Advisory: Advising financial institutions on project bankability in over 15 African countries.
• Strategic Policy Support: Implementing nationwide resource mapping and measurement campaigns, including World Bank-supported ESMAP programs.

To date, 3E has been involved in projects across 27 African countries, establishing an unparalleled footprint and deep local understanding.

Leading the change in Africa’s energy future

With electricity from solar, wind, and BESS now more cost-effective than fossil fuels in some regions, Africa's energy revolution is accelerating. Renewable energy not only offers socio-economic benefits but also empowers countries with energy self-sufficiency, a critical advantage for a continent with unique infrastructure challenges.

3E is proud to be an active leader in this major transition. Our dedicated South African team, backed by the global strength of our offices in Belgium, France, Spain, the US, is committed to delivering world-class expertise and facilitating the successful implementation of renewable energy projects across Africa.