How much does solar electricity cost in Ethiopia?

In the Ethiopian case, they found that the cost of solar PV generated electricity showed large variability across different areas ranging from about 66 cents/kWh to more than one dollar [14, p. 222]. In general, very limited studies on the cost of solar electricity in sub-Saharan African countries (including Ethiopia) have been conducted .

Why is off-grid solar important in Ethiopia?

Off-grid solar products provide low-cost energy access to millions of Ethiopians. For the millions of people living in remote rural areas of Ethiopia who lack access to the power grid or cannot afford electricity, solar energy represents an important first step on the energy access ladder.

How many off-grid products are there in Ethiopia?

So far, 800,000 off-grid products meeting Lighting Global’s Quality Standards have been imported and distributed by eight approved retailers, providing clean, safe lighting and modern energy services to more than three million Ethiopians.

Why is the World Bank partnering with Ethiopia?

It is fully in line with the World Bank Group’s strategic engagement and support to the Government of Ethiopia to increase and improve delivery of infrastructure and services,” adds World Bank’s Country Director for Ethiopia, Sudan and South Sudan, Carolyn Turk.