What is Osprey energy?

The minds behind our board, fueling progress and innovation. Osprey Energy has fully embraced the concept of leaving a better planet for our children and to act with in its capabilities as a custodian of earth’s natural treasures. And we don’t just say it, we act upon it. We have adopted Makuku Nature reserve in Botswana.

Can Mauritania generate low-cost electricity and hydrogen through electrolysis?

Renewable Energy Opportunities for Mauritania finds that the country could deploy these resources at scale to generate low-cost renewable electricity and hydrogen through electrolysis.

Why should Mauritania invest in wind & solar energy?

Mauritania has high-quality wind and solar resources whose large-scale development could have catalytic effects in supporting the country to deliver universal electricity access to its citizens and achieve its vision for sustainable economic development.

Is Mauritania leading West Africa's green energy transition?

As Mauritania leads in west Africa’s green energy transition, significant investment is being made in hydrogen, solar and wind energy developments.

Can Mauritania harness wind energy?

Mauritania also possesses significant potential for harnessing wind energy. The country is blessed with strong and continuous wind most days of the year, with an average wind speed of 7 meters per second. This makes it ideal for both onshore and offshore wind farm development.

Who owns Mauritania's electricity plant?

Completed in 2017, the $53 million plant is run by the national electricity company, Société Mauritanienne d’Electricité (Somelec), and has seen ongoing works since its inauguration by (then) President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz, removing an estimated 57,000 tonnes of CO 2 per annum and supplying 10% of Mauritania’s net energy production.