Are electric vehicles a viable alternative to fuel imports in Ethiopia?

Rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is reduc-ing reliance on costly fuel imports while leveraging Ethiopia’s renewable energy resources. Ethiopia has vast, largely untapped solar and wind resources, along with hydropower projects with strong economic potential.

Are there roof-top solar PV systems in Ethiopia?

Currently, there are practically no roof-top solar PV systems in Ethiopia. With the planned increase in the tariff, many households and businesses may find it attractive with small individual solar PV sys-tems. Individual solar PV systems will often send power back to the grid, e.g. during mid-day, where generation is high, and demand may be low.

How can the outlook contribute to the development of Ethiopian energy sector?

The Outlook has been developed in close coopera-tion with all partners with strong commitment, openness and good discussions. It is the ambition that the Outlook in the same way can contribute to the development of the Ethiopian energy sector. 1. Executive Summary

How important is electricity access to Eco-nomic development in Ethiopia?

Expanding electricity access is fundamental to eco-nomic development. While the current distribution grid covers only 25% of Ethiopia’s land area, 68% of the population resides less than 5 km from the grid. This highlights the potential to triple the number of household connections within the foot-print of the existing grid.

How much does a solar PV system cost in Ethiopia?

These cost structures align with Ethiopia's export tariffs to Kenya, which are priced at USD 6.5 cents per kWh. Currently, there are practically no roof-top solar PV systems in Ethiopia. With the planned increase in the tariff, many households and businesses may find it attractive with small individual solar PV sys-tems.

What is the outlook for energy policy in Ethiopia?

The outlook is meant as a review of the current energy policy. The pur-pose is not to give detailed recommendations – but more to give a solid foundation for a discus-sion of key issues within energy policy. In the cur-rent outlook, also Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) and Petroleum & Energy Authority (PEA) are par-ticipating.