Djibouti: Developing Geothermal Energy Key to Boosting Economy

Geothermal Energy At The Center Of Djibouti’s Renewable Transformation (Oilprice.com)

(courtesy CIA.gov)

Authorities in Djibouti are working to increase the share of renewables in the energy mix, with a particular focus on harnessing the country’s plentiful geothermal resources.

In early August Djibouti’s Office of Development of Geothermal Energy inked a memorandum of understanding with Japanese conglomerate Toshiba to develop some 50 MW of geothermal energy projects across the country.

Under the terms of the agreement, Toshiba will provide guidance for power plant operations and management, coordinate the development and supply of geothermal generation systems, and train local personnel.

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