Is solar energy making a comeback in Sudan?

Fortunately, the country is now witnessing a comeback to solar energy as it is an effective tool to drive development, employment, and stability – particularly in rural and agriculture-focused communities. "In Sudan, access to energy is a critical tool, and solar is an effective way to achieve this.

Will Sudan's First Solar Park be built in the UAE?

According to the country’s Ministry of Energy, an unspecified UAE solar company has committed to building several large scale PV plants across the country. These new projects would be granted a 20-year PPA and would be Sudan’s first solar parks. Few specific were outlined in the statement.

Does Sudan have solar energy?

Sudan has one of the lowest levels of solar development in Africa although it has one of the best levels of solar radiation in the whole continent. The Sudanese government tried to implement several initiatives to increase the share of renewables in the country’s energy mix over the past years but so far results seem to be quite limited.

How can solar power help refugees in Sudan?

In Eastern Sudan’s refugee camps and surrounding local communities, solar cookers are being provided by the agency to reduce cutting of local forests for firewood, solar streetlights installed to improve security, and small panels distributed to allow cellphone charging. These are all practical solutions that can be deployed in most areas 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.

What should Sudan's government do about solar energy?

Mr. Afanasiev advised the Sudan's government to continue its current direction of expansion of renewable energy solutions and continue efforts to make solar technology as accessible as possible. The cost should be reduced by tax and duty exemptions.