Afghanistan Independent Energy Storage Project

Is there a power grid in Afghanistan?

Most rural areas in Afghanistan, accounting for 75 % of the population, are not connected to the grid. The power supply is limited to self-made solar PV rooftop systems, which cannot be used for productive use to support economic activities.

Does Afghanistan still have electricity?

In addition to the financial crisis, over 75% of Afghanistan's electricity is still supplied by the neighboring countries-Central Asia and Iran. The utility cannot pay the regional power suppliers due to the current sanction on the country's banking system.

Can Afghanistan provide electricity and water for irrigation?

Considering Afghanistan's current political and economic situation, establishing an independent body with direct engagement of communities is deemed to be the only feasible option to provide electricity and water for irrigation in a sustainable manner.

Why has Afghanistan disappeared from the development agenda?

Since the state collapse on 15th August 2021 and the subsequent taking over by the Taliban, Afghanistan has disappeared from the development agenda. Currently, international cooperation is limited to humanitarian aid through UN agencies and NGOs to prevent a humanitarian disaster in the county.

Does GIZ work in Afghanistan?

The German Development Agency- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit ( GIZ)- has implemented several community-led micro-hydropower and solar PV systems in northern Afghanistan (Energypedia, 2022) that have proven successful.