DATABASE
Policy and regulation
International policies
National Energy Strategy (2008-2020)
Country
Rwanda
Year
2008
Issue
Solutions
Link
www.reegle.info
Abstract
The principal objective of the energy sector is to contribute to accelerated sustainable socio-economic development. A number of objectives for the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency are included in the strategy. These include; the further diversification of energy sources, including exploitation of the country’s geothermal potential and the increased use of solar water heaters; the increased use of CFLs in households and businesses to reduce energy consumption, energy auditing for industries, and information campaigns on good energy management practices.