Who produces energy in Senegal?

Energy is produced by private operators and sold to the Senelec energy corporation. According to a 2020 report by the International Energy Agency, Senegal had nearly 70% of the country connected to the national grid. Current government strategies for electrification include investments in off-grid solar and connection to the grid.

What is Senegal's energy policy?

The IEA’s Energy Policy Review of Senegal 2023, published today, finds that energy is at the heart of Senegal’s 2035 strategy for accelerating sustainable development and economic growth known as the Plan Sénégal Émergent (PSE), or the Emerging Senegal Plan.

How much energy does Senegal have?

As of April 2020, the energy sector in Senegal has an installed capacity of 1431 megawatts (MW). Energy is produced by private operators and sold to the Senelec energy corporation. According to a 2020 report by the International Energy Agency, Senegal had nearly 70% of the country connected to the national grid.

Can Senegal achieve its broader economic objectives?

Senegal’s significant efforts to develop its energy sector and deliver energy access to more people are laying important groundwork for the country to achieve its broader economic objectives, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Will Senegal's economy grow six-times bigger in the AC?

Senegal’s economy could grow six-times larger in the AC while limiting growth in energy demand to three-times its current level by utilising new gas resources and boosting the use of renewables in power. In the AC, gas meets a growing share of energy demand while traditional use of biomass starts to decline in rural areas. IEA. Licence: CC BY 4.0

How will Senegal's power sector be strengthened?

Senegal’s power sector would be strengthened by continued diversified investment in power, including renewables and natural gas, while phasing out heavy fuel oil. Senegal Energy Outlook - Analysis and findings. An article by the International Energy Agency.