The Energy Transition in Guinea-Bissau

Guinea-Bissau is taking its first steps towards a more sustainable and diversified energy future, focusing on renewable energy and exploring its untapped mineral resources. While petroleum remains a key component of the country's energy mix, there is growing interest in harnessing Guinea-Bissau’s solar potential, alongside biomass and geothermal resources, to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and improve energy security. With the country’s strategic location in West Africa, there is potential to integrate renewable energy solutions into the regional grid, aligning with broader ECOWAS energy goals. Guinea-Bissau is also setting ambitious ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) targets, ensuring that its energy transition supports sustainable development and addresses environmental concerns. As the country expands its renewable energy capacity, it is positioning itself to become a key player in the regional energy landscape, paving the way for economic growth driven by clean energy. Guinea-Bissau’s mineral resources, although not yet fully developed, hold significant potential for contributing to both the country’s energy transition and regional economic growth. The country is known to have gold reserves, which are critical for various industries, including electronics and renewable energy technologies. Additionally, the untapped deposits of aluminium, phosphorus, zirconium, and titanium could play an important role in the global clean energy transition, as these minerals are essential for battery storage, energy production, and manufacturing green technologies. While Guinea-Bissau is still in the early stages of developing its critical mineral sector, the country’s focus on sustainable mining practices and renewable energy investments is positioning it for future growth.