Can solar power power rural communities far from the grid in Benin?

As solar energy is abundant across the country, this model can be suitable to power rural communities far from the grid in Benin. Compared to currently deployed PV/battery systems, the present study, recommends the off-grid hybrid PV/DG/battery system for future electrification projects in Benin.

Can Benin achieve universal energy access?

Regarding the country's energy sector, more effort is needed to reach the universal energy access goal . Benin Republic currently has one of the lowest national electrification rate in SSA (only about 30.4%), with a strong disparity in favour of urban areas closer to the main grid [17, 18].

Why is Benin reliant on electricity imports?

Benin is reliant on electricity imports for a significant share of its energy supply. Reform programmes, including plans for electrification, have been put in place in the country, where only 30% of the population had access to electricity in 2017.

Can a hybrid PV/DG/battery system power remote areas in Benin?

In summary, as solar radiation is an abundant resource across the country, this hybrid PV/DG/battery system can be a suitable model to power remote areas in Benin, and we recommend it for future electrification projects in the country in place of the current widely deployed PV/battery system. 1. Introduction

What are the different types of energy transformation in Benin?

One of the most important types of transformation for the energy system is the refining of crude oil into oil products, such as the fuels that power automobiles, ships and planes. No data for Benin for 2022. Another important form of transformation is the generation of electricity.

Which Benin division has the highest monthly energy expenses?

Out of the 12 divisions of Benin, the Alibori division's households have the highest monthly energy expenses for DG and this division has the lowest electrification rate (7.5%) of all divisions (Fig. 2). Fig. 2.