Botswana new solar container development policy

What is the energy policy in Botswana?

This Policy is calling for an increase in private sector development and the IEP will suggest various available options for financing of infrastructure projects and programs in the energy sector of Botswana. The Policy seeks to provide a conducive legal, fiscal and regulatory environment to attract investment into the energy sector.

How has Botswana developed its energy sector?

Botswana’s energy sector developments have, since 1985, been guided by the Botswana Energy Master Plan (BEMP). The BEMP was subsequently reviewed in 1996 and 2002, and ever since the end period of the last review, Botswana’s sector development has progressed without any overarching guiding instrument for more than 15 years.

How will Botswana Power Projects be implemented?

These projects, with a combined capacity of 1.5GW, will be implemented through private sector investment, with the Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) acting as the offtaker under long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) of up to 25 years.

Does Botswana need a capacity building program?

In order to facilitate an effective development of the energy sector, the government of Botswana is obligated to build the necessary levels of human resource capacity across the board. Various actor groups have varying capacity needs hence capacity building programs should be tailored according to these various needs.

Does Botswana have a guiding instrument for energy development?

A. Introduction Since 1985, Botswana’s energy sector developments have been guided by the Botswana Energy Master Plan (BEMP), which was last reviewed in 2002. Since this last review, developments have progressed without any primary guiding instrument for almost 15 years now.

How much shareholding does Botswana need to invest in solar?

“Utility-scale projects by foreign private sector entities require at least 40% mandatory shareholding by Botswana citizen-owned companies. However, small-scale solar PV investments are reserved for 100% citizen-owned companies,” Kenewendo added.