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What is the National Energy Policy in Botswana?

The National Energy Policy (2021) and the National Energy Efficiency Strategy (2018) provide the policy framework for energy efficiency in Botswana. BERA is the institution in charge of energy efficiency regulation and the Department of Energy is responsible for the formulation, development, and implementation of an energy efficiency strategy.

Who regulates electricity in Botswana?

Regulation matters are handled by the Botswana Energy Regulatory Authority (BERA). Other actors involved in the sector include private sector, academia and research institutes, non-governmental organisations and communities. B. Situational Analysis Electricity Subsector

Does Botswana need a capacity building program?

In order to facilitate an effective development of the energy sector, the government of Botswana is obligated to build the necessary levels of human resource capacity across the board. Various actor groups have varying capacity needs hence capacity building programs should be tailored according to these various needs.

What is the main source of electricity in Botswana?

Coal is the main source of electricity generation in the country, followed by diesel. However, Botswana has ample renewable energy potential to augment generation from coal. Currently, solar energy contributes insignificantly to electricity generation despite the abundance of the resource.

How much electricity does Botswana need?

Botswana’s current total electricity demands stands at about 4505 GWh. This demand comprises demand from all economic sectors including mining, industry, service sector and households. The demand is expected to grow up to 8637 GWh by the year 2040, a growth that is proportional to the growth of the economy (average GDP growth of 3.6%).

Can Botswana generate electricity from coal?

However, Botswana has ample renewable energy potential to augment generation from coal. Currently, solar energy contributes insignificantly to electricity generation despite the abundance of the resource. There is also wind and coal bed methane potential which have not been fully explored.