Uganda New Energy Demonstration Site

Can Uganda achieve net zero emissions by 2065?

Achieving net zero emissions by 2065 would require reaching USD 8 billion in annual clean energy investments in Uganda by the end of the decade, with almost 90% of this financing directed towards projects focused on improving energy access and expanding clean energy capacity, according to the analysis.

What is Uganda's new energy plan?

Uganda's Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development has issued a new plan for the country’s energy sector that sets out a robust pathway to meet economic growth and development objectives in a secure, affordable and sustainable way.

How can Uganda improve energy access?

Uganda has a large community of international development partners in the energy sector. Better co-ordination and management of international donor support to facilitate improved energy access and better value for money and the reduction of duplication would benefit Uganda significantly.

What is Uganda's energy transition plan?

Uganda’s grid is already 99% powered by renewables. Under the new roadmap, electricity generation grows 14% per year – and low-emissions energy sources maintain their near-total share of the overall electricity mix amid this growth. The Energy Transition Plan sees solar power as the leading source of low-cost generation.

Can a mineral deposit strengthen Uganda's energy transition?

Deposits of critical minerals, if harnessed sustainably, could reinforce Uganda’s own energy transition and contribute to economic growth. Strong partnerships will be key to seeing through the Energy Transition Plan, according to the analysis.

Can Uganda's energy advantages be leveraged responsibly?

The plan shows how Uganda’s major energy advantages can be leveraged responsibly to meet our Government’s broader objectives,” said Ruth Nankabirwa Ssentamu, Uganda’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Development.