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Is solar PV the future of Africa?

This represents a huge economic opportunity for Africa to embrace its domestic resources and to power its future with solar photovoltaics (PV) and other renewables. The emerging potential of solar PV is perhaps the most exciting development on the continent from an energy perspective.

Why is Africa turning to solar photovoltaics?

Africa has abundant renewable energy resources. Traditionally reliant on hydropower, the continent is increasingly turning to solar photovoltaics (PV) to bolster energy security and support rapid economic growth in a sustainable manner.

Can Solar Power Light Up Africa?

Lighting up Africa through solar energy is a pillar of the World Bank’s Africa Climate Business Plan (ACBP), with ambitious programs across the continent scaling up every year.

How much solar PV will Africa have in 2030?

New capacity additions of solar PV in Africa in 2014 exceeded 800 MW, more than doubling the continent’s cumulative installed PV capacity. This was followed by additions of 750 MW in 2015. By 2030, in IRENA’s REmap analysis of a doubling of the share of renewable energy globally, Africa could be home to more than 70 GW of solar PV capacity.

Are solar PV systems becoming more common in Africa?

Source: World Bank, 2016. With an expanding market for the installation of solar PV systems in Africa, it naturally can be expected that companies which produce solar PV modules locally will emerge and become more common.

How much does solar PV cost in Africa?

On-grid commissioned and planned utility-scale solar PV projects between 2014 and 2018 in Africa range from around USD 1.2 to USD 4.9/W (USD 1 200 to 4 900/kW). Although Africa is currently home to a very small set of utility-scale solar PV projects, costs have been declining over time.

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