What is Senegal's energy policy?

The IEA’s Energy Policy Review of Senegal 2023, published today, finds that energy is at the heart of Senegal’s 2035 strategy for accelerating sustainable development and economic growth known as the Plan Sénégal Émergent (PSE), or the Emerging Senegal Plan.

How has Senegal reformed its energy sector?

Since the launch of the Plan Sénégal Émergent, Senegal has adopted reforms designed to attract foreign investment in its energy sector and boost participation from the private sector, while leveraging significant support from development finance institutions.

How does Senegal support regional energy cooperation?

Senegal supports regional energy cooperation as a member of the West African Power Pool (WAPP) and is a member of regional organizations to develop hydroelectricity resources on the Senegal (OMVS – Senegal River Basin Development Organization) and Gambia (OMVG – Gambia River Basin Development Organization) rivers.

Will Senegal have a power grid by 2025?

One of its aims is to give everyone in Senegal permanent access to the utility grid by 2025. The main focus is on expansion in rural areas, such as with the ASER300 project, which is bringing electricity to 300 villages using mini-grids. Best of all, the technology for the energy supply comes inside a standard shipping container.

How many MW of electricity does Senegal have?

Phase One’s 16 turbines began supplying 50 MW of electricity to Senegal’s grid in December 2019, while additional phases since July 2021 add 108 MW, increasing the country’s electricity supply by 15 percent.

Will Senegal become an oil and gas producer in 2024?

This partnership could mobilise up to EUR 2.5 billion to support Senegal’s efforts to achieve universal energy access and strengthen a resilient, secure and sustainable energy system that fosters sustainable development and economic growth. In 2024, Senegal is expected to become an oil and gas producer.