What are the main sources of energy in the Gambia?

Today, the main sources of energy in The Gambia are primarily firewood, electricity, petroleum imports, and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). But a number of renewable energy initiatives are in the works thanks to ongoing funding from individual countries as well as by multilateral institutions like the European Investment Bank (EIB).

Who is Hofman energy?

We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and relaxing holidays and welcome you again from January 8, 2024. Hofman Energy, together with its partners, has been active in the field of renewable energy for several years, with a personal interest in the implementation of the energy transition.

Is the Gambia a good place to buy electricity?

A report ( bit.ly/3AfNAdq) by the Department of Commerce of The United States notes that The Gambia´s electricity prices are among the highest in the world, which makes the utilization of alternative energy sources such as biodiesel, steam, solar and wind increasingly attractive.

Is hydrogen a solution to the Gambia's energy deficit?

One month later, the government signed another MoU with H2 Gambia Limited, a subsidiary of the UK-based HydroGenesis Group, at African Energy Week 2023 in Cape Town to further explore the commercial prospects for hydrogen production. Renewable energy and green hydrogen present a dual solution to The Gambia’s energy deficit.

Does the Gambia have a hydro potential?

Hydro potentials are non-existing in the Gambian territory. The average annual solar insolation for The Gambia is 4.5-5.3 kWh/m2-day, which represents a high generating potential for the country, making it interesting for PV Power Plants, Solar Home Systems (SHS), solar heater for the domestic and hotel industry and Hybrid Diesel-PV Systems.

Why should the Gambia Petroleum Ministry be a performance-driven Ministry?

To be performance-driven Ministry that would ensure that the Gambia's Petroleum sector contributes to the sustainable development of the country. To attain universal access to modern energy and geological services, harness petroleum and other mineral resources for a revitalized economy for national well-being in a sustainable manner.