Africa Energy Outlook 2022
International Energy Agency (IEA)
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Abstract: This flagship report analyzes Africa?s energy landscape and prospects for achieving sustainable development through energy transformation. It introduces the Sustainable Africa Scenario (SAS), illustrating pathways to universal energy access and climate alignment by 2030. Emphasis is placed on leveraging solar energy, enhancing regional grids, and scaling clean cooking solutions. The report outlines annual investment requirements ($25B), climate resilience infrastructure needs, and energy equity challenges. It explores food security, water stress, deforestation, and transport sector decarbonization. Detailed modeling supports country-level policy choices and COP27 negotiation positions. It serves as both an advocacy and policy planning tool for governments and development partners, offering data-based projections, funding frameworks, and climate adaptation strategies rooted in Africa?s energy priorities.