How much power does South Sudan need?

Meanwhile, with an installed capacity of approximately 130 MW, the majority of which is used to supply power to the country’s extensive oil fields, South Sudan is currently evaluating ways to meet its power demand of 300 MW by way of renewable energy prospects.

How does South Sudan produce energy?

Most of the country’s current energy production comes from generators that burn imported diesel, a costly method both economically and environmentally. According to the World Bank, only 8.4% of the population had reliable access to power and electricity in 2022, leaving the door wide open to produce much-needed renewable energy in South Sudan.

Is South Sudan a good place to buy energy?

Based on independent sources from consumers and suppliers, most of-grid energy products available in South Sudan are neither standardised nor quality verified. This hinders uptake, as many households reported quality to be a main factor in their purchase decision, especially in urban areas.

What is South Sudan's role as a power utility?

Its role as a power utility is expected to intensify as programmes to increase electricity access in South Sudan are implemented. It is proposed under the Electricity Bill 2015 as the regulatory entity for the electricity sector in South Sudan. It would function as the energy regulator whose functions would include the creation of regulations.

Is biomass a source of electricity in South Sudan?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. South Sudan: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.

Will South Sudan benefit from Ethiopia's diversified off-grid power system?

As a member of the Eastern Africa Power Pool – a collaborative effort by 13 east African countries to interconnect their power grids and facilitate efficient trade of electricity among its member states – South Sudan will benefit from co-member Ethiopia’s diversified, off-grid power systems.