Does Burundi need a robust energy planning strategy?

Based on previous published research on various energy planning strategies in EAC, all the countries, apart from Burundi, have made some efforts in planning for their energy sector. Therefore, there is a need for a robust planning in this region in order to sustain its future energy sector.

Are there indigenous sources of coal in Burundi?

There are no indigenous sources of coal. The Institute of Agronomic Sciences of Burundi (ISABU) gathers data on wind patterns, primarily for agricultural purposes, recording a mean wind speed between 4 and 6 m/s. More potential sites probably exist in higher elevations.

Does Burundi need geothermal energy?

Burundi possesses large deposits of peat in the order to 50 million tonnes. Household energy needs could be met by carbonising peat with agricultural waste in small, cost-effi-cient, and widely distributed stoves. Located at the margins of the Rift Valley, Burundi is also well placed to benefit from geothermal energy.

What is Burundi's energy sector policy?

Burundi’s 2006 energy sector policy requires up-dating and amending, taking into account the country’s domestic situation and integrating the regional energy strategy developed with the East African Community (EAC).

What will become the Burundian power sector in long-run?

Although the country is endowed with a huge potential for various energy resources , there is higher uncertainty about what will become the Burundian power sector in long-run. This uncertainty is higher as the target of reaching 30% of electrification rate in 2030 is still far from the current situation (Fig. 2).

Does Burundi have a low generating capacity?

In addition to its low generating capacity, Burundi’s energy sector is fraught with a scarcity of technical and management skills impacting the sector’s strategic development, effective policy-making and planning and operations of all stakeholders in the energy institutions.