Lesotho energy storage system solution

What are the main energy sources in Lesotho?

The major internal energy sources in Lesotho are biomass, in all forms, and hydropower. Fossil fuels are totally imported from South Africa. Lesotho imports about 40% of electricity to meet the electricity demand [14, 15], while considering the overall energy balance the dependency rate exceeds 60% .

Will onepower Lesotho be able to provide clean electricity to rural health facilities?

With the support of Power Africa’s Beyond the Grid initiative funding, OnePower Lesotho will be able to supply clean electricity to seven rural health facilities in the country using the facilities as anchor loads for minigrids.

What are the development objectives of the Lesotho energy sector?

More in general, the development objectives of the Lesotho energy sector are in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development , adopted by the United Nations Member States in 2015.

Does Lesotho have a deficit in electricity production?

In fact, Lesotho currently has a deficit in local electricity production that could be significantly reduced by the exploitation of RE sources abundantly available in the country (hydro, solar, and wind).

What is the onepower Lesotho project?

The OnePower Lesotho project is the first project of such a scale for SustainSolar, and it is the first time that the Cape Town-based company has had to deliver as many as seven units for a single project, Hobbach explains. SustainSolar’s Sustain Compact range is precommissioned and packaged in 20 ft containers for rapid deployment.