Africa's carbon footprint per capita is one of the lowest in the world, and despite its huge potential for renewable energy generation, there are huge financial constraints that need to be addressed first.
The International Energy Agency this week reminded the world that Africa is ripe for a wind and solar revolution.High levels of debt in African countries were recently noted as one of the obstacles to the continent's full utilization of low-carbon resources.Africa is a treasure trove of metals and minerals and home to some of the world's best natural resources, including wind and solar.
Of course, there is also the case of South Africa, where years of mismanagement left the country in the dark last year, or Nigeria, which can only generate enough electricity for not even half its population despite its significant oil wealth. On the whole, however, Africans are short on power because they don't have enough capacity to generate it. And nowhere near enough money to build it. the world that Africa is ripe for a wind and solar revolution, at least when it comes to resources.
Low-carbon energy may be good for the environment, but it also costs money. Building the infrastructure necessary to bring this energy to people also costs money. A lot of it. There are many in Africa who cannot afford such energy when the cost is calculated on a basis that is more realistic than the highly popular levelized cost of electricity.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Failure of the Government's wind energy auction could add £35 to household energy billsThe failure to secure contracts from offshore wind generators means that the UK is likely to be more reliant on expensive natural gas for longer
Consulte Mais informação »
Rohan Smith's ominous Leeds Rhinos message after transition admissionThe Rhinos were humbled at Headingley, suffering their biggest-ever Super League defeat at home.
Consulte Mais informação »
Ulster University: £15,000 energy storage scholarship on offerThe award has been funded by Action Renewables to mark the charity's 20th anniversary.
Consulte Mais informação »