Does Senegal have a battery energy storage project?

The national electric utility of Senegal, Senelec, has signed a 20-year CCA with Infinity Power for a battery energy storage project.

What is Senegal's energy strategy?

Recognizing that Senegal confirms its objective to develop and implement an ambitious energy strategy that will provide universal access to affordable electricity with quality and continuity of service, create new sustainable jobs and support the development of the economy on the basis of a diversified energy mix.

How will the energy system work in Senegal?

The system will utilise reserve energy when there are deficits, bring power and grid assets online after failures, and supply electricity to the cities in the northern part of Senegal during power outages.

How will Senegal support the development of the electricity grid?

This support, in addition to existing efforts, will aim to support Senegal's ambitions, including training and research, technology transfer, expansion and modernization of the electricity grid, as well as the development of storage capacity, which require significant public and private investments;

What is Senegal's energy sector development policy letter 2024-2028?

In its Energy Sector Development Policy Letter (LPDSE) 2024-2028, Senegal will integrate the commitments made under this agreement. By COP30, Senegal, in accordance with the Paris Agreement, will adopt a new NDC that will reflect the enhanced climate ambition of its new energy strategy.

How will eaif support Senegal's Clean Power Project?

EAIF acted as co-lender alongside the Dutch development bank FMO, to support the development of the €42m landmark project. A Euro equivalent US$1.5m capital grant extended by PIDG Technical Assistance will ensure the project is designed to maximise supply of clean power to Senegal’s grid, whilst remaining economically viable.