The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) is taking significant strides in promoting renewable energy within the education sector. The Ministry of Energy and Water Resources (MoEWR) has initiated the implementation of standalone solar PV systems in educational facilities across Banadir. This initiative, part of the Somalia Electricity Sector Recovery Project (SESRP) financed by the International Development Association (IDA), aims to increase access to cleaner and more affordable electricity services.
The project targets 200 educational facilities, including primary and secondary schools, tertiary institutions, and Ministry of Education offices, to reduce electricity costs and ensure a reliable power supply. The solar PV systems, combined with battery energy storage systems (BESS), will cater to the specific energy demands of each facility.
The Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) highlights both the positive and potential negative impacts of the solar PV systems, proposing measures to mitigate risks while enhancing benefits. The ESMP ensures the project’s sustainability by addressing environmental and social concerns, engaging stakeholders, and establishing a comprehensive management plan for the project’s construction, operation, and decommissioning phases.
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