Dar es Salaam. The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) has entered into a landmark partnership with EUSMS gGmbH, a non-profit company based in Munich, Germany, to develop a state-of-the-art Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Plant on its main campus.
The agreement, signed between UDSM Vice Chancellor, Prof William A. L. Anangisye, and EUSMS gGmbH Chief Executive Officer, Mr Kerim Bilgic, signifies a major step towards advancing renewable energy, sustainability, and practical education at Tanzania’s premier higher learning institution.
Under the partnership, the project will serve as both a power generation and capacity-building initiative, providing students and staff with hands-on experience in solar technology—from feasibility studies and design to installation and maintenance.
It is envisioned to integrate academic learning with practical application, equipping graduates with skills relevant to the fast-growing renewable energy sector.
Once operational, the solar PV system is expected to significantly cut energy costs and improve power reliability across the university’s facilities.
It will also reduce dependence on grid electricity, helping the institution transition toward cleaner and more sustainable sources of energy.
The initiative aligns with Tanzania’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, which aim to cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 35 percent by 2030.
By adopting renewable energy solutions, UDSM strengthens its contribution to national and global climate change mitigation efforts.
Beyond environmental gains, the collaboration positions UDSM as a regional hub for innovation and research in renewable energy technologies.
It is expected to attract further partnerships, research funding, and knowledge exchange opportunities between Tanzanian and European institutions.
According to project coordinators, the solar facility will also function as a living laboratory for students pursuing studies in engineering, environmental science, and energy economics.
It will offer a practical learning environment where academic theory meets real-world application, thereby nurturing a generation of energy-conscious professionals.
Through this initiative, UDSM reaffirms its long-standing commitment to sustainability, academic excellence, and the pursuit of solutions that address both local and global challenges.
