What energy resources does Sierra Leone have?

P, 2014). Sierra Leone is blessed with abundant primary energy resources. These include reserves of crude oil and natural gas and renewable energy resources such as hydro, fuel-wood, solar, wind and biomass.

What is a good wind power source in Sierra Leone?

There is a very good potential to harness energy from wind with an average wind velocity of 3m/s to 8m/s, especially in coastal areas, offshore, and some inland areas in Sierra Leone. Small wind generators can be used in off-grid electricity generation on farms, in rural areas, and in homes. Such technology is simple and largely affordable.

How can energy security be achieved in Sierra Leone?

Such technology is simple and largely affordable. The driving force for energy security through diversification of supply in Sierra Leone has remained one of the National Energy Policy’s key goals, since a major portion of the nation’s energy expenditure is via dollar-denominated imported fuels that impose a heavy burden on the economy.

Are locally produced cookstoves effective in Sierra Leone?

Project titled “Improved Cook Stoves” the Group GERES from Mali have tested the efficiencies of Locally produced cookstoves in Sierra Leone at the GTI Renewable Energy Centre, Kissy Dockyard.

Why is Sierra Leone underutilized?

Sierra Leone is endowed with huge renewable energy potential which is grossly untapped and underutilized due to lack of government policy direction, lack of financial resources and inadequate research and development of renewable energy technologies.

How does charcoal supply and distribution work in Sierra Leone?

The supply and distribution of charcoal to the urban areas involves a large number of traders and middlemen. Although the number of actors involved is large and the sector is poorly regulated and controlled, there are several charcoal producer and seller associations active in Sierra Leone.