Difficulties of industrial and commercial energy storage in botswana

Why is Botswana transforming its energy sector?

The government of Botswana is therefore bound to adopt cleaner options of energy production to meet the increased local demand. This calls for a transformation of the energy sector from reliance on coal to an increase in energy generation from other renewable sources, such as solar energy.

What are the energy challenges facing Botswana?

The level of consumption of petroleum products represents a significant energy challenge for Botswana. This challenge is more deep-rooted as it touches on the value of exports vs. imports and the volatility of the oil prices which has huge implications on the country’s import bill.

Is Botswana's energy demand outstriping its supply?

Botswana’s energy demand outstrips its supply, while her untapped energy sources are also high enough to meet both local and exports volumes.

How to drive energy sector transition in Botswana?

Deliberate action by the government to support this move through policies and financing as is done with other government priorities (e.g., poverty eradication) is required to drive energy sector transition in Botswana.

Why does Botswana have a shortage of electricity?

This is mainly attributed to the rising level of affluence as well as the increased access to electricity. As other countries in the southern African region have also been experiencing energy shortages, Botswana’s proportion of imported electricity has gone down placing pressure on local production.

What are the energy resources of Botswana?

Local energy resources considered to be in abundance in Botswana include coal (200 billion tonnes), sunshine (3200hrs at 21MJ/m 2), biogas (2.2 million cattle, 3kg dung/LSU/day) and fuel wood (200 tonnes/annum). Petroleum products (LPG, petrol, diesel and paraffin) are imported.