Ongrid offgrid Mali

Are solar mini-grids a viable option in southwestern Mali?

Southwestern Mali alone has 53 Gigawatt of solar potential, enough to meet the whole country’s power demand. Solar mini-grids are not only a viable option for last-mile communities but are also at the heart of economic development and improved healthcare in those areas.

Are solar mini-grids a viable option for last-mile communities?

Solar mini-grids are not only a viable option for last-mile communities but are also at the heart of economic development and improved healthcare in those areas. With longer supply of electricity from the solar mini-grid, a pharmacist in Bancoumana has been able to increase her profitability as she can now sell medicines that require cold storage.

Are solar mini-grids a sustainable solution?

While avoiding 5000 tCO 2 e per year, the solar mini-grids also compliments the Malian government’s objective to combat poverty through sustainable development. Decentralised renewable solutions have been central in efforts to increase energy access while decarbonising the energy sector in rural areas.

What is Malian energy policy?

Malian energy policy aims at contributing to a sustainable development of the country by making energy services available to as many as possible, thereby favouring (promotion of) social-economic activities. There are four specific objectives: Strengthen international cooperation regarding the energy sector.