Where can I find information on energy access in Swaziland/Eswatini?

Find relevant information for Swaziland/Eswatini on energy access (access to electricity, access to clean cooking, renewable energy and energy efficiency) on the Tracking SDG7 homepage. (Sustainable Development Goal indicators 7.1 energy access, 7.2 on renewable energy and 7.3 on energy efficiency).

What are the biggest energy issues in Swaziland/Eswatini?

Find a summarized energy profile for Swaziland/Eswatini ( Atlas of Africa Energy Sources ). Power Africa states these issues as the biggest for the country's energy sector : Lack of clarity in roles for procurement between the Swaziland Energy Regulatory Authority (SERA) and SEC

How is the Swazi government advancing its energy infrastructure?

In collaboration with private entities and foreign aid programs, the Swazi government is taking crucial and necessary steps to advance its energy infrastructure and deliver power to the 17% of the population (more than 200,000 people) living without it.

Should Eswatini invest in natural gas and biogas?

Natural gas and biogas also should be considered as vi-able options in the future energy mix. Under the business-as-usual pathway to 2034, Eswatini’s de-pendency on fuel and electricity imports remains high, while domestic renewable energy resources remain under-utilised.

What does the SEC do in Swaziland?

Source: Swaziland Department of Energy, 2015 In the current stage, the SEC acts as a single buyer procuring all electricity imported from South Africa, Mozambique and the SAPP, as well as electricity generated by IPPs and excess power from CHP (co-generation).

Does Eswatini need a new energy?

At the same time, the en-ergy supply structure in Eswatini needs to expand; oil imports are expected to grow by 30 % to 60 % within the planning ho-rizon (depending on the scenarios), while electricity production needs to grow by 90 % to 180 %.