Does Somalia have solar energy potential?

This research work outlines the status of solar energy potential in Somalia. The solar energy potential in Somalia has been analyzed, with national utilization and installed capacity reaching 41 MW. In a real case study, a solar photovoltaic system in Somalia achieved a performance ratio of 70.8%.

Does Somalia have a solar system?

In Somalia, there has been substantial progress in solar capacity installation in recent years. For example, ESPs have employed 27 MW of PV systems in 2021 and beyond, and this represents a notable increase compared to previous years.

Does Somalia have access to electricity?

“Access to energy is a precondition to development, supporting livelihoods and powering essential services such as education and healthcare,’ said UNDP Resident Representative in Somalia Jocelyn Mason. “However, 65% of people don’t have access to electricity in Somalia.

Why does Somalia rely on biomass and diesel energy?

Somalia's reliance on biomass and diesel energy sources is due to a lack of infrastructure and access to other forms of energy. This leads to environmental degradation and harm to the country's economic growth and quality of life.

Does Somalia need a high-speed diesel generator?

Somalia relies mainly on high-speed diesel generator sets for electricity generation, using 121,000 L of diesel daily. This is expected to increase to 694,000 L by 2024 due to rapid urbanization [39, 40]. RE is a viable option for long-term energy development.

Why is re installed capacity low in Somalia?

Additionally, the detailed results in Table 2 show that RE installed capacity in Somalia were still low compared to conventional due to a lack of investment, legislative framework, and limited technical capability. The average sunshine duration in Somalia ranges from 2900 to 3100 h per year, averaging 8–8.5 h per day.