Govt solar panel scheme The Gambia

Will a new solar plant increase energy demand in the Gambia?

Energy demand in The Gambia has increased by 5.5% per year in recent years and today’s connection of the new 23 MWp solar plant to the national energy grid will significantly increase Gambia's current generation capacity of 98 MW and enable electrification of rural areas. A strong commitment

Why should the Gambia invest in solar energy?

To match the rising demand and to provide sustainable and accessible energy to all Gambians, the potential for solar energy investment is immense in The Gambia. The government of The Gambia seeks to increase RE’s contribution to 40% from 2% presently in the coming years.

How much solar power does Gambia have in 2022?

According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Gambia only had 2 MW of installed PV capacity at the end of 2022. Gambian utility Nawec recently started building a 23 MW solar project in Jambur, in Gambia's West Coast Region.

How will 'solarisation' transform the electricity sector of the Gambia?

The project will transform the electricity sector of The Gambia via through the ‘Solarisation’ of up to 1000 schools and 100 health facilities especially the remote areas of the country. Furthermore it will provide beneficiaries in the education and health sectors with reliable and clean energy thereby reducing our carbon footprint.

What is the energy access rate in Gambia?

With an electricity access rate of just 35%, Gambia introduced the Renewable Energy Act to promote clean energy in 2013. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused.

How can the Gambia benefit from a reliable energy supply?

More than 1,000 schools and 100 health centres in rural parts of the Gambia that currently have limited electricity access are expected benefit from reliable energy supply through new connections to the national energy network and provision of off-grid solar and battery systems.