Is Mauritania suitable for solar PV and wind development?

The findings of this study indicate that a significant portion of Mauritania’s land area is highly suitable for solar PV and wind development.

How many solar panels does Mauritania produce a year?

The facility is responsible for 10% of Mauritania’s grid capacity. It generates 25,409 megawatt-hours of renewable electricity per year and displaces approximately 21,225 tons of CO2. The plant’s almost 30,000 solar panels, manufactured by Masdar PV, provide electricity to more than 10,000 houses in Nouakchott.

Could Mauritania's high-quality wind and solar resources be a catalyst for economic growth?

The sustainable development of Mauritania’s high-quality wind and solar resources could serve as a catalyst for the country to achieve its vision of strong and inclusive economic growth, according to a new IEA report published today.

Does Mauritania have a green energy transition?

From zero renewables in 2008 to the 38% electricity mix share it boasts today, Mauritania’s green energy transition has come a long way, rapidly accelerating in line with the urgency of the climate crisis.

How accurate is the land cover classification in Mauritania?

This dataset has been extensively validated using in situ information from 3 134 stations around the world. As such, the accuracy of the land cover classification is approximately 62.6% (Bontempts et. al, 2011). Figure 8 shows the land cover for Mauritania. Figure 8. Land cover in Mauritania Source: GlobCover 2009 (ESA and UCLouvain).