What is a solar power plant in South Sudan?

Image: The recently launched 20MW solar energy plant in South Sudan. Credit: Ezra Group A public-private partnership in South Sudan has launched the country’s first major solar power plant and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in the capital Juba, where it is expected to provide electricity to thousands of homes.

Are there any energy saving programs in South Sudan?

Regarding energy conservation, there are no known programs or projects in South Sudan. However, South Sudan has high potential for renewable energies to generate electricity, including small-scale and large scale hydropower, solar photovoltaic, and wind, biomass, geothermal and waste-to-energy.

What makes up the power sector in South Sudan?

The power sector in South Sudan consists of a mix of public and private sector service providers that engage in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution enterprises. Encouragement is given for the development of electricity through renewable power sources, such as hydro, wind, biomass, solar, and geothermal.

What are the main sources of energy in Sudan?

The main source of energy which are applicable in Sudan for rural now are solar, wind and biomass for small power supplies for households, rural electrification, communications and special applications, health centres, potable water and irrigation. Sudan is in the process of developing its comprehensive energy policy .

Why is South Sudan struggling to provide electricity to its citizens?

According to a 2024 sciencedirect.com report, South Sudan struggles to provide its citizens access to electricity despite having abundant energy resources, particularly fossil fuels.

What is a solar power plant & a battery energy storage system?

Developed and financed by Ezra Construction & Development Group Ltd., the 20-megawatt (MW) solar power plant and accompanying 14-megawatt-hour (MWh) Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) represent the country’s first official renewable energy source.