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Energy Modeling for Rwanda: Integrating Solar and Large-Scale Battery Storage to Address Excessive Peak Demand

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Using the OSeMOSYS tool, three scenarios were modeled to assess Rwanda's energy future. The Business As Usual (BAU) scenario indicates a continued heavy reliance on non-renewable energy sources, resulting in significant CO₂ emissions throughout the modeling period. Scenario Two introduces renewable energy sources, with a particular emphasis on solar energy, leading to a substantial reduction in emissions. Building upon this, Scenario Three incorporates battery storage systems and phases out diesel- based power generation, achieving the most significant CO₂ emissions reduction among the scenarios. Therefore, Scenario Three is highly recommended for the Government of Rwanda to consider in its strategic energy planning.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15364499

Authors: Uwimpuhwe, Deo, Cyiza, Frederic

Language: English

Topic: Integrated Energy Systems Optimization

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Climate action, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6893294204

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