How does the bank support access to energy in Chad?

“The Bank’s support strategy for access to energy in Chad is based on a two-pronged approach: off-grid electrification led by the private sector to rapidly boost access and national grid-based electrification by SNE, which is strategically important,” said Clara de Sousa, Country Director for Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, and Niger.

What is the Chad energy access scale up project (PAAET)?

The Chad Energy Access Scale Up Project (PAAET) aims to increase access to electricity and clean cooking solutions via expansion of the main power grid and mini-grids, standalone solar systems, deployment of improved stoves, and natural resource management.

What is Chad's electricity access rate?

Despite significant fossil fuel resources and abundant sunshine, Chad has one of the lowest electricity access rates in the world at 6.4%, compared to the average of 48% in Sub-Saharan Africa. In July 2020, the government implemented a National Emergency Electricity Plan (NEEP) with a view to achieving a 53% access rate by 2030.

Will Ida help Chad expand its access to energy?

WASHINGTON, March 24, 2022 – The World Bank today approved a $295 million grant from the International Development Association (IDA)* to help Chad expand its access to energy.

Will Chad increase electricity access by 30% by 2027?

“With private sector participation, this project aims to increase electricity access from the current rate from about 6% to 30% by 2027 for approximately one million households,” added Rasit Pertev, World Bank Country Manager for Chad.

Will Chad achieve 53% access rate by 2030?

In July 2020, the government implemented a National Emergency Electricity Plan (NEEP) with a view to achieving a 53% access rate by 2030. The PAAET, the Cameroon-Chad Power Interconnection Project (CCPIP) currently being implemented, and the World Bank-financed energy sector reforms are expected to help Chad achieve the objectives of the NEEP.