Will Cameroon achieve a universal access to electricity by 2035?

In addition, this paper introduces the energy roadmap to achieve a universal access to electricity, which will pave the way for the country emergence by 2035. It is found that energy sector of Cameroon holds promising possibilities of development and diversification given the country's energy potential.

What are the energy potentials in Cameroon?

The energy potentials in Cameroon are such that biomass resources are not evenly distributed across the country (huge biomass and hydro resources are concentrated in the southern part, while high wind and solar resources are in the Northern part); hence, there is a need for diversity in energy supply.

What are the main sources of energy in Cameroon?

Cameroon's energy consumption shows that biomass, electricity and petroleum are three main sources of energy. Biomass consumption accounts for 74.22%, followed by petroleum (18.48%) and electricity (7.30%), as illustrated by Figure 2.

Who generates electricity in Cameroon?

Presently, Electricity is generated by independent power producers (IPPs) and Energy of Cameroon (ENEO) (the latter also doubling as the sole distributor), to consumers over a transmission network managed by National Electricity Transmission Company (SONATREL).

Can renewables solve energy problems in Cameroon?

Electricity needs are expected to continue rising over the next decade to reach 5000 MW by 2020 and 6000 MW by 2030. This paper seeks to address energy issues (reliability, accessibility and security) in Cameroon and brings to light the potential and meaningful contributions of renewables in solving energy concern.

What technologies does Cameroon use?

The CDM has a wide range of technologies it considers, among which is renewable energy technologies. Cameroon ratified the UNFCCC in October 1994, Kyoto Protocol in July 2002, and most recently the Paris Climate Accord in 2015.