Togo fit energy

What is the primary energy supply in Togo?

The total primary energy supply was 3,295 ktoe according to AFREC’s energy balance 2020. In Togo, biomass energy comprises charcoal, wood and agricultural waste. Traditional biomass is the most prominent source of energy for cooking and heating purposes in Togo.

Where does Togo get its energy from?

To meet demand, Togo has to import most of its energy from Ghana, Cote D'Ivoire and Nigeria. The country’s main source of energy is biomass. About 76% comes from firewood, charcoal and vegetable waste. Petroleum products account for just over a quarter of energy needs, while electricity derived from thermal, hydropower and solar accounts for 4%.

What are the energy statistics for Togo?

Figures 2 and 3 show the main energy statistics. Traditional biomass is an important energy source in Togo with the biomass potential estimated at 2,600 ktoe (REEEP, 2012). Charcoal production has been increasing over the years from 330 ktoe in 2000 to 480 ktoe in 2015 (AFREC, 2015).

Can Togo achieve universal access to electricity?

Demand for electricity in Togo has increased rapidly in line with economic growth, but energy production capacity remains insufficient to trigger structural transformation and private sector development. The progress made and the favourable outlook should help to achieve universal access to electricity, which the authorities have set for 2030.

Does Togo have a potential for solar energy?

There has been no in-depth study to investigate potential in this sector (REEEP, 2012). Togo still has a nascent solar industry despite the potential for solar energy. To date, solar has been used for of-grid services in rural areas such as water heating, telecommunications, school systems and other small-scale applications.

Does Togo have a potential for wind energy?

Togo’s potential for wind energy is not high. Our study also identified a number of challenges with renewable energy, however. For example, the Togolese government needs to determine the generation potential from various renewable energy sources. The head of a renewable energy research centre said: