Should Tanzania invest in solar and wind energy?

The International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates annual clean energy investments will more than triple by 2030. With its vast resources and location, there are opportunities for Tanzania to investment in its abundant solar and wind energy potentials.

Will Tanzania's first solar power station feed into the national electricity grid?

Tanzania has entered into an agreement to construct the country’s first-ever solar photovoltaic power station to feed into the national electricity grid. The contract was signed on 29th May 29 2023, in Dodoma by the Tanzania Electricity Corporation (TANESCO), in the presence of the Minister of Energy, Hon. January Makamba.

Where is solar power used in Tanzania?

The regions of Lindi, Njombe, Mtwara, Katavi, and Ruvuma lead in the use of solar power electricity in Tanzania. Despite the increasing market for solar energy applications, there are fewer signs that the government is expecting to include solar PV in the national electricity mix in any substantial way in the future.

Does Tanzania need a sustainable electricity sector?

According to Agenda 2063 of the African Union, enhanced energy security and the creation of jobs will be significant side effects of a successful transition to renewable energy. Though, Tanzania's efforts to establish a sustainable electricity sector are being hampered by a number of systemic obstacles.

Where is wind energy found in Tanzania?

Based on the current research works, Tanzania has a lot of wind energy resources in the areas of Great Lakes, the plains, and the highland plateau regions of the Rift Valley.

Are there challenges facing Tanzania's electricity infrastructure?

Nevertheless, there are still several difficulties facing Tanzania's mainland electricity infrastructure. Tanzania is a prospective contender in the production of sustainable energy due to its large potential for renewable energy.