What is the Guide to solar energy in Sudan?

“The Guide to Solar Energy in Sudan” is the first booklet of its kind in Sudan that targets consumer awareness at a “grass root” level, proudly developed by Clean Energy 4 Africa, and supported by several of the largest solar energy companies in the country.

What is the first-ever directory of solar energy companies in Sudan?

The first-ever directory of solar energy companies in Sudan The Guide was officially inaugurated in a hybrid event held on March 31st, 2022 at the headquarters of 249Startups- one of the leading startup incubators in Sudan.

What are the knowledge and data gaps in Sudan?

The idea behind this booklet is to address the knowledge and data gaps in Sudan that hinder the development of the solar energy sector. Over the past few years, demand for solar energy solutions by Sudanese homeowners, businesses, and farms has been rising and as a result, a lot of new companies entered the market.

What is the average solar radiation in Sudan?

The annual average solar radiation exceeds 2000 kWh/m 2, which is considered to be among the highest globally. Figure 1 shows the potential for electricity generation from solar PV throughout Sudan as estimated in the World Bank’s Solar Atlas.

What is the electricity situation in Sudan?

The following facts highlight the electricity situation in Sudan: Electricity access rate is only 56%, which is less than the global average of 89%. The low electricity access rate, alongside frequent outages, resulted in poor utilization of electricity for productive purposes.

What is the electricity market ecosystem in Sudan?

The electricity market ecosystem in Sudan is a monopoly and government-owned enterprises own and operate all power generation facilities (hydropower plants and thermal generation plants).