What is Liberia's sustainable power?

Liberia’s Sustainable Power. We harness the most valuable resource in rural areas —tight-knit communities — to provide life-changing products and services, starting with access to solar electricity. Electricity creates opportunities — opportunities to learn, communicate, start a business, and build a better life.

How much solar energy does Liberia have?

This high and consistent potential for solar energy across the country adds to an average level of 1,712 kWh/m2/year, which could generate 1,400 to 1,500 kWh/kWp. Some 43% of the land is covered with forests (41,790 square kilometers, World Bank 2015), thus there is no lack of trees in Liberia.

How will Liberia's energy policy change?

“Liberia is committed to increasing its share of renewable energy to 75% from the current 67%, while the generation base is expected to increase by 150%. “Liberia aims to mobilise $70 million of private capital for utility-scale solar and another $80 to $100 million for [distributed renewable energy] and clean cooking.”

How many solar-based mini-grids are there in Liberia?

The aim is to develop up to 30 solar-based mini-grids in Liberia, relying on local materials and workers for the construction. It is estimated that once these are operational, the mini-grids could provide more than 4,400 residential, commercial and institutional energy service connections.

How many Liberians will be able to access electricity?

“The mini-grids, developed and operated by Energicity, have the potential to provide up to 8,000 Liberians with access to electricity,” said BGFA. Construction began in 2023.