What are the benefits of solar energy in Eritrea?

The government of Eritrea has been making efforts to promote the use of alternative sources of energy, especially solar energy, to mitigate the problems associated with the use of fossil fuel. A major benefit of solar energy is that it does not pollute the environment and saves money in the long run even if its installation cost is quite high.

How many solar powered streetlights are there in Asmara?

As part of its efforts to promote the use of alternative sources of energy, the MEM built in April 2018 a photovoltaic plant east of Asmara. The plant generates an average of 11- thousand kilowatt hours of electricity per day. Moreover, in Asmara, more than 400 solar powered streetlights, covering a distance of 13 kilometers, have been installed.

Which countries use solar power as an alternative source of energy?

Globally, the use of solar power as an alternative source of energy is growing. In Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Ghana and South Africa are leading in their extensive use of solar energy. Morocco is home to Africa’s biggest solar plant, Noor Solar Complex, and South Africa hosts eight of the ten largest solar plants in Africa.

Which country has the largest solar power plant in Africa?

Morocco is home to Africa’s biggest solar plant, Noor Solar Complex, and South Africa hosts eight of the ten largest solar plants in Africa. The Noor Solar Complex in Morocco is a 500 MW solar park, which is the biggest concentrated solar power plant in the world.

How many MW of solar power are there in Dekemhare & Assab?

The plan includes a 20-30 MW wind and solar hybrid power at Dekemhare, a10 MW wind power at Assab, a 10-20 MW solar power at Asmara, Adikeih, Debarwa and Barentu, a 5 MW solar power at Gerset, a 5 MW wind and solar hybrid at Kerkebet and a 2-3 MW solar diesel hybrid at Nakfa, which will be linked to the national grid.