Renewable Energy in Sudan: Current Status and Future Prospects
This paper reviews the current status and future potential of renewable energy in Sudan. While hydropower generates approximately 54.6% of Sudan''s electricity, other renewable sources
While hydropower generates approximately 54.6% of Sudan's electricity, other renewable sources contribute only 0.78% to the national grid. Sudan's hydropower capacity stands at 1907 MW, with plans to add 2197 MW. As a Sunbelt country, Sudan has immense solar energy potential, yet it has only constructed a 10-MW solar PV plant (5 MW on-grid).
While 54.6% of the country's electricity is derived from hydropower, other renewable sources collectively contribute a mere 0.78% to the national grid. To address this disparity, collaborative efforts between public and private sectors are imperative to advance renewable energy development and utilization in Sudan.
Excluding hydropower, refined petroleum products serve as the primary source of electricity generation in Sudan. However, with current consumption rates, these resources are projected to be depleted within the next 20 years, making the transition to alternative energy sources essential.
Plans are underway to deploy 1200 solar pumps in West and North Kordofan. By 2035, the government also plans to establish 190 MW of solar PV home systems, 400 MW of solar pumping, 250 MW of rooftop PV systems, and 27 MW of PV-diesel hybrid systems. In wind energy, Sudan aims to achieve a total installed capacity of 1550 MW by 2035.
PDF version includes complete article with source references. Suitable for printing and offline reading.
Get detailed specifications, case studies, and technical data for our PV container and energy storage solutions.
123 Renewable Energy Street
London EC1A 1BB, United Kingdom
+44 20 7127 4182
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM GMT