What is the Guide to solar energy in Sudan?

“The Guide to Solar Energy in Sudan” is the first booklet of its kind in Sudan that targets consumer awareness at a “grass root” level, proudly developed by Clean Energy 4 Africa, and supported by several of the largest solar energy companies in the country.

What is the first-ever directory of solar energy companies in Sudan?

The first-ever directory of solar energy companies in Sudan The Guide was officially inaugurated in a hybrid event held on March 31st, 2022 at the headquarters of 249Startups- one of the leading startup incubators in Sudan.

How can Sudan achieve energy self-sufficiency?

Encouraging solar and wind power in the country’s energy portfolio could help Sudan achieve its goal of energy self-sufficiency. Egyptian policies such as nurturing and promoting renewable technologies and scientific research, feed-in tariffs, and tax exemptions could help Sudan achieve its objectives.

How much does electricity cost in Sudan?

As for Ethiopia, Sudan imports electricity at a price of 4.5 cents/kilowatt . In August 2021, the Minister of Energy and Petroleum declared that the Sudanese energy sector needed urgent maintenance and restructuring at a cost of $3 billion, another indicator of the dire financial needs of the sector .

Could Sudan be the world's largest solar photovoltaic area?

The project is funded with $4 billion from the government and is projected to generate a total capacity of 1.8 GW, which would make it the world’s largest solar photovoltaic area. In 2018, the first phase was completed and 50 MW was generated [58, 59]. Sudan could exploit its renewable resources by adopting a strategy similar to Egypt.

Can geothermal energy be exploited in Sudan?

Some of the few available studies have revealed such potential. Geothermal energy has been discovered in the Suwakin area, the Jebel Marra volcanic mountains, and other remote areas . Geothermal data collected from oil wells reveals huge potential for exploiting geothermal energy in many areas of Sudan.