Why is energy development important in Sudan?

Sudan faces many energy development challenges brought about by high electricity subsidy levels and climate-induced impacts on hydroelectric generation which has been decreasing at a rate of about 4% per year. Improving access to modern and afordable energy is a development priority for Sudan.

What is the energy situation in Sudan?

In the subsections that follow, an overview is provided of the energy situation in Sudan, covering the magnitude of its fossil and renewable energy resources, its energy supply and consumption patterns, and the progress that has been made in achieving SDG-7 target Sudan is endowed with a significant amount of energy resources.

Is there a link between energy and poverty in Sudan?

The report is framed against a background of the strong linkages between energy, poverty, and gender in Sudan. The lack of access to energy services is both a cause and outcome of poverty.

What is the primary energy supply in Sudan?

There are currently three major forms of primary energy supply in Sudan, namely biomass, oil, and hydro. Over the period 2012-2016, primary energy supply has grown from 428 PJ to 548 PJ, an average annual growth rate of about 6.3% per year (see Figure 2-3a).

Is Sudan's Energy Sector Sustainable?

Further, Sudan’s energy sector is currently subsidised by the government. Government subsidies to the sector totalled $667 million in 2019. This represents 13.5% of total government expenditures . Financial sustainability could be achieved by introducing gradual tariff adjustments.

Can Sudan become an energy exporter?

Meantime, Sudan can import cheap electricity from Egypt’s Aswan Dam and Ethiopia’s Renaissance Dam using current interconnections. Perhaps one day a developed RE system can enable Sudan to become an energy exporter. No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author (s).