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6 FAQs about [Botswana energy storage policy subsidies]
How to drive energy sector transition in Botswana?
Deliberate action by the government to support this move through policies and financing as is done with other government priorities (e.g., poverty eradication) is required to drive energy sector transition in Botswana.
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.
How has Botswana developed its energy sector?
Botswana’s energy sector developments have, since 1985, been guided by the Botswana Energy Master Plan (BEMP). The BEMP was subsequently reviewed in 1996 and 2002, and ever since the end period of the last review, Botswana’s sector development has progressed without any overarching guiding instrument for more than 15 years.
Who regulates the energy sector in Botswana?
Regulation matters are handled by the Botswana Energy Regulatory Authority (BERA). Other actors involved in the sector include private sector, academia and research institutes, non-governmental organisations and communities.
Is Botswana self-sufficient in electricity supply?
The NEP acknowledges that Botswana is capable of being self-sufficient in electric power supply by utilizing the locally available energy resources optimally. Botswana is highly reliant on imports of refined petroleum products to meet the liquid fuels demand since the country does not have any proven crude oil reserves/refineries.