Tlou Energy Signs Agreement to Power High-Density Data Centre with Gas from Lesedi Project. Tlou Energy Limited has announced the signing of a non-binding Heads of Agreement (HoA) with a data centre development company to establish high-density computational facilities at its Lesedi site in Botswana. The facility will utilize electricity generated from Tlou’s gas resources to power energy-intensive computing operations.
The move aligns with Botswana’s broader strategy to attract high-tech industries and develop a competitive digital economy. Tlou Energy’s initiative marks a significant step in integrating gas-to-power solutions with the growing demand for sustainable energy in data processing and cloud computing.
According to the company, a successful proof-of-concept trial has already been completed. Gas from Tlou’s Lesedi 4 production pod was used to generate electricity, which powered computational equipment. Following this success, negotiations are underway for an expanded program, with the data centre developer expected to provide funding for additional gas wells to boost production capacity.
This development could complement Tlou’s existing 10MW Gas-to-Power project, which has a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Botswana Power Corporation. Additionally, it presents an opportunity to commercialize gas during the dewatering phase, reducing flaring and generating revenue from small-scale electricity production.
The Lesedi project’s strategic location and access to natural gas resources position Tlou as a key player in Botswana’s evolving energy landscape. The partnership could provide a blueprint for future collaborations between energy and digital infrastructure sectors in Africa.
While the agreement remains non-binding at this stage, Tlou Energy has stated that further updates will be provided as negotiations progress toward a finalized deal. If successful, this initiative could establish Botswana as a hub for sustainable, gas-powered computational infrastructure.
