What will esogip do for Madagascar?

The ESOGIP will aid Madagascar’s government to decrease energy loss, increase energy efficiency, raise the ratio of renewables in the domestic energy mix, develop its governance of the energy sector, and improve operational performance of Jirama, Madagascar’s state-owned electric utility and water services company.

Does Madagascar have a strong energy network?

Of Madagascar’s 27 million inhabitants, 63% live in rural areas according to data by the World Bank from 2018. This leaves the country with the difficult task of creating a stable, pervasive energy network in order to supply the majority of the population with electricity.

How does the private sector provide energy and digital services in Madagascar?

With the exception of the national electricity company JIRAMA, energy and digital services in Madagascar are provided by the private sector. Low population densities and high poverty levels in most of the underserved areas make it impossible for the private sector to deliver these services on a purely commercial basis.

What is the energy sector policy in Madagascar?

Flowchart of the energy sector policy in Madagascar. As shown in Fig. 1, the energy sector policy is divided in two main strategies, namely: the institutional reform and public-private partnership.

Why does Madagascar have a low rate of electricity?

Only less than 1% of this demand is supplied by other renewable energy sources. This high share of wood energy is explained by its accessibility and its low cost for the population. Madagascar has a low rate electricity access due to its high price and the insufficient quantity production. The national rate of electrification is only 4.7% only.

Can marine energy be used in Madagascar?

The use of marine energies can be considered for Madagascar and particularly with OTEC, wave power and tidal barrages. The ocean current power or the tidal current turbines do not have potential for Madagascar . 3.4.1. Ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC)