Namibia, US sign renewable energy deal

A protocol to strengthen cooperation in clean energy

On October 10, the governments of Namibia and the United States announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen their collaboration on renewable energy. The agreement aims to improve the efficiency of energy programs between the two countries, with a view to generating concrete results in sustainable development.

Implemented by the Ministry of Energy and Power Africa

The implementation of this agreement will be carried out by the Namibian Ministry of Mines and Energy, in collaboration with the US Power Africa initiative. US Ambassador to Namibia Randy Berry stressed that this agreement reflects the commitment of both nations to sustainable economic growth and industrialization of Namibia. He also highlighted the strong partnership based on mutual respect and a shared vision for a prosperous future.

Underexploited energy potential

Although Namibia has significant renewable energy potential, particularly in photovoltaic production, with an average of 5.38 kWh/kWp/day according to the World Bank, this potential remains largely underexploited. Statistics show that less than 10% of Namibian households use solar energy for their daily needs, despite the vast resources available.

Conclusion

The signing of this MoU marks an important milestone in Namibia-U.S. cooperation to promote renewable energy. By enhancing the exploitation of solar resources, this agreement aims to support the country’s energy transition while promoting sustainable economic growth.