Is the Gambia a new era of renewables?

Joint Press Release Kombo South District, The Gambia – 29th February 2024 The Gambia Ushers in New Era of Renewables with Inauguration of Historic 23MW Solar Plant Driving Change: A strategic project with a strong economic and social impact.

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.

Why is a solar power plant important in the Gambia?

H.E. Corrado Pampaloni, Ambassador of the European Union to The Gambia “This power plant is part of the “Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project” and it is particularly important for the achievement of a swift transition towards solar power and clean energy supply across the country.

How will the NAWEC power plant benefit the Gambia?

This plant will be complemented by other critical transmission and distribution upgrades in the NAWEC network to ensure the availability of reliable, clean, and stable energy supplies across The Gambia.

How can energy infrastructure be improved in the Gambia?

Improving energy infrastructure is consistent with the EU "Agenda for Change" policy, which identifies energy as an essential driver of economic growth. The project will contribute to reducing the existing electricity supply gap in The Gambia using sustainable solar energy resources.

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.