What are the main sources of energy in Sudan?

The main source of energy which are applicable in Sudan for rural now are solar, wind and biomass for small power supplies for households, rural electrification, communications and special applications, health centres, potable water and irrigation. Sudan is in the process of developing its comprehensive energy policy .

Where will Sudan's first wind power plant be located?

Sudan has advanced a major step in developing its first wind power plant with the arrival of the wind turbine to be located in Dongola in the northern state, as part of the UNDP’s wind energy project in the country.

Does Sudan have a problem with electricity supply?

Sudan is currently facing a major problem with electricity supply. According to the report “ Tracking SDG 7: The Energy Progress Report (2021) ”, only 54% of the population in Sudan have access to electricity; this indicates more than 20 million people aren’t connected to the national electricity grid .

Will Sudan face an energy problem in the future?

In December 2014, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) warned that Sudan could face an energy problem in the future, if it does not set up alternative power solutions, mainly because of the rapid growth in energy demand .

Is Sudan a good place to use solar energy?

The location of Sudan as part of sub-Saharan Africa enriches the solar potential. The average temperature ranges from 28 to 39°C. The average solar insolation is 6.1 kWh/m2/day, indicating a high potential for solar energy use . The Northern State has been considered as one of the best parts of Sudan for exploiting solar energy.

What is Sudan's first wind turbine?

Sudan’s first wind turbine is 63 m-tall and is expected to produce 100 MW of affordable clean energy to provide power for at least 14,000 people in Sudan’s northern state . Figure 2: Sudan first wind turbine traveling to wind farm site in Dongola. Hydropower in Sudan