Advantages of distributed energy storage in Ethiopia

Can energy transition support the SDGs in Ethiopia?

Ethiopia is endowed with a variety of renewable energy resources. This enormous potential however remains largely unexploited. Energy poverty, inefficiency, and insecurity are still major challenges. Energy transition could support almost all SDGs in the country.

What is the share of electricity in Ethiopia?

It is shared among transport (54%), industry (31%), agriculture (4%), residential (2%), and services (2%). The electric power generation has grown by more than four times between 2004/05 and 2018/19 . Fig. 2 depicts that hydropower continues to dominate the Ethiopian power system.

What is the energy transition in Ethiopia?

The energy transition in Ethiopia is also a regional and continental subject. First, Ethiopia is exporting electricity to its neighbors [, ] thereby fostering regional economic integration [, ]. Second, hydropower dams being built on transboundary rivers require regional cooperation on water management and use [, , ].

What are the different types of Energy Research in Ethiopia?

The extant energy research in Ethiopia can broadly be classified into micro-, meso‑, and macro-level studies. The micro-level studies focus on households’ fuelwood consumption , , and electricity [73, 74] using various econometrics techniques.

Does energy transition support the SDGs?

Energy transition could support almost all SDGs in the country. Future research should particularly aim to capture the interlinkages between energy and the macroeconomy. The level and mix of energy supply and consumption have substantial roles in shaping the sustainable development pathway of a country.

Can hydropower and bioenergy crops compete for agricultural resources in Ethiopia?

On the other hand, however, hydropower and bioenergy crops may compete for agricultural resources such as water, cropland, and pastureland. Ethiopia has an estimated 23.3 and 0.7 million ha of land suitable for growing jatropha curcas (for biodiesel) and sugarcane (for bioethanol), respectively .