Main energy storage methods in Senegal

Who produces energy in Senegal?

Energy is produced by private operators and sold to the Senelec energy corporation. According to a 2020 report by the International Energy Agency, Senegal had nearly 70% of the country connected to the national grid. Current government strategies for electrification include investments in off-grid solar and connection to the grid.

What is Senegal's main source of electricity?

The Manantali Dam in Mali generates some of Senegal's electricity needs. Senegal's major source of electricity is diesel. The rest is mostly coal and hydroelectricity. Renewables should make up 30% of the country's energy mix and the wind farm in Taïba Ndiaye will supply half.

How much energy does Senegal have?

As of April 2020, the energy sector in Senegal has an installed capacity of 1431 megawatts (MW). Energy is produced by private operators and sold to the Senelec energy corporation. According to a 2020 report by the International Energy Agency, Senegal had nearly 70% of the country connected to the national grid.

How will the energy mix help Senegal move away from oil dependence?

The planned energy mix aims to help Senegal move away from oil dependence, although newly discovered gas reserves offshore are expected to be used domestically to replace diesel and coal. Senegal has remained only a marginal natural gas producer and most of its thermal electricity comes from diesel and heavy fuel oil (HFO).

How will a wind farm help Senegal move away from oil dependence?

Renewables should make up 30% of the country's energy mix and the wind farm in Taïba Ndiaye will supply half. The planned energy mix aims to help Senegal move away from oil dependence, although newly discovered gas reserves offshore are expected to be used domestically to replace diesel and coal.

Who buys electricity in Senegal?

Senelec, the sole buyer, signs power purchase contracts with independent power producers (IPPs). The Manantali Dam in Mali generates some of Senegal's electricity needs. Senegal's major source of electricity is diesel. The rest is mostly coal and hydroelectricity.