Solar panels solar energy in Liberia

What is Liberia's sustainable power?

Liberia’s Sustainable Power. We harness the most valuable resource in rural areas —tight-knit communities — to provide life-changing products and services, starting with access to solar electricity. Electricity creates opportunities — opportunities to learn, communicate, start a business, and build a better life.

How much solar energy does Liberia have?

This high and consistent potential for solar energy across the country adds to an average level of 1,712 kWh/m2/year, which could generate 1,400 to 1,500 kWh/kWp. Some 43% of the land is covered with forests (41,790 square kilometers, World Bank 2015), thus there is no lack of trees in Liberia.

Why is electricity important in Liberia?

Electricity creates opportunities — opportunities to learn, communicate, start a business, and build a better life. Less than 1% of rural Liberians have access to electricity even though reliable, safe electricity is now affordable for nearly anyone. We aim to serve the remaining 99% Community Focused By focusing on tight-knit communities,

What is the cost of electricity in Liberia?

The tariff on generator usage in Liberia is estimated to be approximately US$3.96/kWh, which is around 14 times higher than the LEC tariff, according to Options for Development of Liberia’s Energy Sector. The document also mentions that the consumption of thermal energy in the form of charcoal and firewood costs Liberia about 960,000 trees per year.