Nigeria and several African countries commit to the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Consortium, signaling a green energy shift.
COP28 Unveils BESS Consortium
During COP28, Nigeria and multiple African nations expressed formal interest in joining the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Consortium. Launched under the Rockefeller Foundation, BESS aims to enhance grid reliability and integrate renewable energy sources, crucial for sustainable economic development.
African Nations’ Commitment
Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mauritania, Mozambique, and Togo have formally joined the Consortium. The African Development Bank, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and other partners will support these nations in project preparation, regulatory improvement, and unlocking investments.
Leaders’ Perspectives
Leaders from Malawi, Mauritania, and the African Development Bank express enthusiasm. Malawi’s President emphasizes the importance of low-carbon pathways, while Mauritania sees BESS as crucial for its 40% reliance on renewable energy. The African Development Bank President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, stresses the transformative journey and synergy with the Desert to Power initiative.
Global Participation
Barbados, Belize, and India also join the BESS Consortium, emphasizing the need for concrete climate deliverables. The Global Leadership Council, a coalition of global leaders, supports this initiative, aiming to break barriers hindering climate transformations and promoting a sustainable future.
Africa embraces the BESS Consortium, paving the way for a green energy revolution and global climate action.
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