<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Renewable energies Archives •</title> <atom:link href="https://theelectricityhub.com/tag/renewable-energies/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/tag/renewable-energies/</link> <description></description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 09:53:28 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1</generator> <image> <url>https://theelectricityhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-NEH-32x32.png</url> <title>Renewable energies Archives •</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/tag/renewable-energies/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>Nigerian Government Launches £17.9 Million Off-Grid Project to Power Rural Communities</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/the-nigerian-government-has-launched-a-17-9-million-off-grid-electricity-project-funded-by-the-eu-and-germany/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/the-nigerian-government-has-launched-a-17-9-million-off-grid-electricity-project-funded-by-the-eu-and-germany/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Niniola Odeyemi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 09:53:10 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Off-Grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Rural Electrification]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Watt Page]]></category> <category><![CDATA[West Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[EU]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Nigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Off-grid]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable energies]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=95793</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The Nigerian government has announced a £17.9 million off-grid electricity project, funded by the European Union and the German government, to address the country’s persistent power outages. Mahmuda Mamman, the… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/the-nigerian-government-has-launched-a-17-9-million-off-grid-electricity-project-funded-by-the-eu-and-germany/">Nigerian Government Launches £17.9 Million Off-Grid Project to Power Rural Communities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com"></a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li>The Nigerian government has launched a £17.9 million off-grid electricity project, funded by the EU and Germany, to provide electricity access to 100 million citizens without power. </li> <li>The initiative aims to generate 400 megawatts of renewable energy, which would impact at least five million people in <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/eu-provides-e7-million-for-rural-electrification-in-ivory-coast/">rural communities</a>.</li> </ul> <p>The Nigerian government has announced a £17.9 million off-grid electricity project, funded by the European Union and the German government, to address the country’s persistent power outages. Mahmuda Mamman, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Power, announced the 3rd Phase of the Nigerian Energy Support Programme event held in Abuja.</p> <p>Mamman highlighted that the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to provide electricity to the approximately 100 million Nigerians without access. He emphasised the importance of renewable energy in meeting the electricity needs of unserved rural communities. “This third phase follows the successes of the first two phases, which significantly improved electricity access in rural areas,” he noted.</p> <p>Inga Stefanowicz, the Head of the Section for Green and Digital Economy at the EU Delegation to Nigeria, stated that the project aims to benefit at least five million Nigerians and contribute an additional 400 megawatts to the national electricity supply. She mentioned the focus on solar installations for health facilities and collaboration with state governments.</p> <p>The EU has allocated a total of £54 million across the project’s phases: £15 million for the first phase, £30 million for the second, and £9 million for the third.</p> <p>Johannes Lehne, the Deputy Ambassador of Germany, reaffirmed Germany’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s energy transition. Duke Benjamin, the Head of the Programme for <a href="https://www.giz.de/en/worldwide/143177.html">NESP</a>, added that the initiative, which began in 2013, will extend electricity access to rural communities not connected to the national grid.</p> <p>In 2024 alone, Nigeria’s national grid has experienced at least eight collapses, and with a population exceeding 250 million, the country generates only 5,000 megawatts of electricity.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/the-nigerian-government-has-launched-a-17-9-million-off-grid-electricity-project-funded-by-the-eu-and-germany/">Nigerian Government Launches £17.9 Million Off-Grid Project to Power Rural Communities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com"></a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/the-nigerian-government-has-launched-a-17-9-million-off-grid-electricity-project-funded-by-the-eu-and-germany/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>World Bank Supports Guinea-Bissau’s Solar Power Expansion</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-supports-guinea-bissaus-solar-power-expansion/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-supports-guinea-bissaus-solar-power-expansion/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Oshionameh Ajayi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2024 08:54:20 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Carbon Emissions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Distribution]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Energy Transition]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewables]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sustainable Development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[West Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[electricity access]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Guinea-Bissau]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mini-grids]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable energies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Solar Power Plant]]></category> <category><![CDATA[World Bank]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=88751</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The World Bank announced significant financial backing for Guinea-Bissau’s pioneering solar power initiative to reduce carbon emissions and increase electricity access. This strategic support aligns with the country’s goals under… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-supports-guinea-bissaus-solar-power-expansion/">World Bank Supports Guinea-Bissau’s Solar Power Expansion</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com"></a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">World Bank funds Guinea-Bissau’s first solar power plants for decarbonisation and expanded electricity access.</li> <li class="">The World Bank, IDA, ESMAP, and GCF committed $78.15 million to support solar energy development.</li> <li class="">The project includes multiple solar plants near Bissau and mini-grids on Bijagós islands and aims to benefit 1,200 households and SMEs.</li> </ul> <p class="">The <a href="https://www.afrik21.africa/en/guinea-bissau-launches-large-scale-solar-power-with-ida-support/">World Bank</a> announced significant financial backing for Guinea-Bissau’s pioneering solar power initiative to reduce carbon emissions and increase <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=electricity+access">electricity access</a>. This strategic support aligns with the country’s goals under its Solar Energy and Access to Electricity Development Project, which will continue to receive World Bank funding through 2030.</p> <p class="">The World Bank has approved a $30 million grant for this project. The International Development Association (IDA), another World Bank arm, is set to contribute an additional $35 million. The Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) will provide $2.65 million, and the Green Climate Fund (GCF) has committed $10.5 million.</p> <p class="">This initiative addresses a critical issue for Guinea-Bissau, where only 33% of the population currently has access to electricity. This figure is slightly higher at 58% in Bissau’s capital city. Electricity in Guinea-Bissau is not only scarce but also among the most expensive in Africa. According to Anne-Lucie Lefebvre, the World Bank’s resident representative in Guinea-Bissau, the country’s untapped <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=solar+resources">solar resources</a> offer the cheapest and fastest solution to bridging the electricity supply gap.</p> <p class="">The project will involve constructing multiple solar power plants and battery storage units. A flagship component is a 30 MWp <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=solar+power+plant">solar power plant</a> near Bissau, which aims to reduce electricity costs and diversify the energy mix. According to the Bissau-Guinean Ministry of Economy, Planning, and Regional Integration, battery storage will play a crucial role in enhancing <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=grid+stability">grid stability</a> by smoothing the injection curve initially and, in later phases, providing services to the electricity system.</p> <p class="">Moreover, the government plans to support installing mini-grids on the Bijagós islands, including Bolama, Rubane, and Bubaque. These <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=mini-grids">mini-grids</a> will be powered by renewable energies, featuring around 500 kW solar photovoltaic capacity combined with batteries or diesel generators. This infrastructure will supply electricity to about 1,200 households, shops, hotels, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).</p> <p class="">The project’s benefits extend beyond immediate energy solutions for the World Bank. It aims to enhance the quality of life for residential, commercial, and industrial consumers throughout Guinea-Bissau, including its islands. The initiative will support the government’s efforts to foster a business environment conducive to private sector investment, stimulate economic growth, and create <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=green+jobs">green jobs</a>. This project will catalyse broader socio-economic development in Guinea-Bissau by improving energy access and affordability.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-supports-guinea-bissaus-solar-power-expansion/">World Bank Supports Guinea-Bissau’s Solar Power Expansion</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com"></a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/world-bank-supports-guinea-bissaus-solar-power-expansion/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Italy Commits 5.5 Billion Euros For African Development</title> <link>https://theelectricityhub.com/italy-commits-5-5-billion-euros-for-african-development/</link> <comments>https://theelectricityhub.com/italy-commits-5-5-billion-euros-for-african-development/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Oshionameh Ajayi]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2024 09:41:46 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Energy Storage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Green Hydrogen]]></category> <category><![CDATA[International News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable Energy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewables]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sustainable Development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Africa]]></category> <category><![CDATA[African development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Green cities]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Italy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Renewable energies]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://theelectricityhub.com/?p=84367</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>At the Italy-Africa Summit on January 29, 2024, Prime Minister Georgia Meloni unveiled a 5.5 billion euro plan for African development, focusing on renewable energies and infrastructure. Aligned with the… </p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/italy-commits-5-5-billion-euros-for-african-development/">Italy Commits 5.5 Billion Euros For African Development</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com"></a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li class="">Italy pledges 5.5 billion euros for African Development at the Italy-Africa Summit.</li> <li class="">The focus is on renewable energies, infrastructure and “Green cities” for Africa’s project.</li> </ul> <p class="">At the Italy-Africa Summit on January 29, 2024, Prime Minister Georgia Meloni unveiled a 5.5 billion euro plan for African development, focusing on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=renewable+energies">renewable energies</a> and infrastructure. Aligned with the “<a href="https://www.afrik21.africa/en/italy-africa-summit-rome-backs-green-cities-for-africa-initiative/">Green Cities for Africa” project,</a> the plan signifies Italy’s commitment to a new partnership with Africa. </p> <p class="">Meloni aims to strengthen ties, create a European energy hub, and address emigration concerns with the 5.5 billion euro initiative. The Rome Process Financing Facility commits 100 million euros, with 90% as concessional financing, for African infrastructure, including renewables, water, sanitation, agriculture, training, and job creation.</p> <p class="">The FAO Director-General expressed gratitude for Italy’s leadership and collaboration in the “Green Cities for Africa” project, part of the FAO’s <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/?s=green+cities">Green Cities</a> program, addressing Africa’s urbanisation challenges. Emphasising urgency, the FAO highlighted projections that by 2030, 70% of the world’s population will live in cities, with Africa and Asia facing significant increases. </p> <p class="">Italy’s collaboration is crucial for sustainable urban development and alleviating strain on agri-food systems.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com/italy-commits-5-5-billion-euros-for-african-development/">Italy Commits 5.5 Billion Euros For African Development</a> appeared first on <a href="https://theelectricityhub.com"></a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://theelectricityhub.com/italy-commits-5-5-billion-euros-for-african-development/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>