Senegal has begun commercial operations at a new solar energy facility that combines photovoltaic power with lithium-ion battery storage, the first of its kind in West Africa, as the country of over 18 million people moves to strengthen its electricity grid.
Senegal is taking early steps toward electric vehicle (EV) adoption, focusing heavily on public transit rather than private cars. The country has introduced 155 electric buses and plans an all-electric Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Dakar, aiming to cut greenhouse gas. In a significant stride towards reducing its carbon footprint, Senegal is taking decisive steps to transition to electric mobility, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Manufacturing Africa (MA) and the Government of Senegal. In a significant move towards sustainable transportation, Senegal has announced plans to implement a comprehensive regulatory framework to promote and regulate the use of electric vehicles (EVs). Key updates include: Battery Safety Standards: New rules focus on battery safety and hazardous material. Senegal's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), or strategy to meet the objectives outlined in the Paris Agreement, calls for a 5% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across all sectors. Priorities include lowering generation costs by decreasing reliance on imported liquid fuels and expanding.
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The national electric utility of Senegal, Senelec, has signed a 20-year capacity change agreement (CCA) with developer Infinity Power for a 40MW/160MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project.
Notably, Senegal generates 1,600-1,800 kWh/kWp per annum per installed photovoltaic (PV) units, far above the global average, thanks to its exceptional insolation bordering the Sahara.
The deal includes the construction of two 50 MWp photovoltaic solar power plants, each paired with a 30 MW / 90 MWh battery storage system, to support the country's rural electrification goals and energy independence.
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