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Can Mauritania generate low-cost electricity and hydrogen through electrolysis?

Renewable Energy Opportunities for Mauritania finds that the country could deploy these resources at scale to generate low-cost renewable electricity and hydrogen through electrolysis.

What is the electricity sector like in Mauritania?

The electricity sector in Mauritania is characterised by a fragmented electricity network, low electricity access rates, and an imbalance between supply and demand.

Is biomass a source of electricity in Mauritania?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Mauritania: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.

What is Mauritania's energy mix?

In 2019, Mauritania’s energy mix was dominated by oil products (65%) and biofuels and waste (32%). Mauritania is a major oil supplier, exporting more than 85% of its oil production in 2013. It also has strong onshore wind power potential. However only 30% of the population has access to electricity.

Should Mauritania invest in wind energy?

A major investment in wind energy infrastructure in Mauritania could not only provide a significant source of renewable energy for the country, but also make a significant contribution to global efforts to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and combat climate change.

Is Mauritania a sustainable country?

Mauritania is making great strides in the realm of renewable energy. Their commitment to a sustainable future is evident in their increasing use of natural resources to generate electricity. In 2008, a mere 1% of electricity came from renewable sources, but by 2020, that number had grown to an impressive 37%.