What is the energy policy in Botswana?

This Policy is calling for an increase in private sector development and the IEP will suggest various available options for financing of infrastructure projects and programs in the energy sector of Botswana. The Policy seeks to provide a conducive legal, fiscal and regulatory environment to attract investment into the energy sector.

Does Botswana need a capacity building program?

In order to facilitate an effective development of the energy sector, the government of Botswana is obligated to build the necessary levels of human resource capacity across the board. Various actor groups have varying capacity needs hence capacity building programs should be tailored according to these various needs.

Does Botswana have a waste management policy?

Botswana is also a signatory of the Basel Convention which deals with the control of transboundary movement of hazardous waste and its disposal. Therefore, this policy recognises the need for proper waste disposal from the energy sector as well as handling of hazardous waste within the sector.

Why is data management a challenge in Botswana?

This policy acknowledges that data management is a challenge in Botswana and there is insufficient energy data to inform accurate planning in the sector. Therefore, the NEP seeks to ensure that energy data is accurate, available and accessible for planning purposes. POLICY STATEMENT – P18

How to reduce end-use electricity consumption in Botswana?

Previously, some energy efficiency measures have been employed in Botswana to reduce the amount of end-use electricity consumption. A step-tariff Model was introduced by Botswana Power Corporation in 2010 to encourage efficient use of electricity. Again, efforts to reduce electricity demand were initiated at household level.

Can Botswana generate electricity from coal?

However, Botswana has ample renewable energy potential to augment generation from coal. Currently, solar energy contributes insignificantly to electricity generation despite the abundance of the resource. There is also wind and coal bed methane potential which have not been fully explored.