What are energy systems in Togo?

Energy systems in many countries, including Togo, are a balance between energy that’s generated centrally at a large scale and energy that’s generated at a smaller scale closer to where it’s used. Balancing the two sources makes energy supply more reliable and stable.

Which power plant increases Togo's electricity production capacity?

This power plant increases Togo's electricity production capacity by 50%. Blitta Solar Plant The Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed solar power plant or Blitta’s solar plant (located in the central region, 262 km from Lomé) was built by AMEA Togo Solar, a subsidiary of AMEA Power, and inaugurated in June 2021.

Does Togo have a potential for wind energy?

Togo’s potential for wind energy is not high. Our study also identified a number of challenges with renewable energy, however. For example, the Togolese government needs to determine the generation potential from various renewable energy sources. The head of a renewable energy research centre said:

Why is electricity so important in Togo?

One of the key resources to develop these basic services and the economy is electricity. Just under half of Togo’s 8 million people have no access to electricity, especially in rural areas. Access has increased in Togo from 17% in 2000 to 53% in 2020. This is higher than the figure (43%) for all low income countries but has a long way to go.

Does Togo have universal access to electricity?

Access has increased in Togo from 17% in 2000 to 53% in 2020. This is higher than the figure (43%) for all low income countries but has a long way to go. The small West African country plans to achieve universal access to electricity by 2030. Its main challenges are capacity, technology and expertise for generation.

How many people in Togo have no electricity?

Over 56% live in rural areas and many lack basic services such as healthcare, education and safe drinking water. One of the key resources to develop these basic services and the economy is electricity. Just under half of Togo’s 8 million people have no access to electricity, especially in rural areas.