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Does the Gambia have a hydro potential?

Hydro potentials are non-existing in the Gambian territory. The average annual solar insolation for The Gambia is 4.5-5.3 kWh/m2-day, which represents a high generating potential for the country, making it interesting for PV Power Plants, Solar Home Systems (SHS), solar heater for the domestic and hotel industry and Hybrid Diesel-PV Systems.

Who owns the power plant in the Gambia?

These facilities are operated by National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) and Karadeniz Power ship Koray Bey Company Limited - an Independent Power Producer (IPP). In 2018, the effective electric installed capacity in The Gambia was around 135 MW.

How does electricity work in the Gambia?

In 2018, the effective electric installed capacity in The Gambia was around 135 MW. About 73% of this installed capacity is operated by NAWEC while the remaining 27% is operated by an IPP (Karpowership). Currently, Electricity is transmitted from these stations for distribution via five radial 11 kV feeders and three 33 kV feeders.

Can wind energy be used for water pumping in the Gambia?

In the mechanical energy application, wind energy has been used for water pumping for many decades in The Gambia. This technology has provided water to populations for decades, especially in the absence of electricity services and thereby providing the much-needed vital essentials of life.