Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited
The Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL) is a parastatal company whose primary purpose is to generate electric power for use in Uganda and for sale to neighboring countries. As of December 2017, UEGCL''s generation capacity was 380 megawatts, with that capacity planned to increase to over 1,300 megawatts, by 2023.
UEGCL charts course for growth and sustainability in ambitious
Uganda currently has an electricity generation installed capacity of 1346.7MW compared to the NDPIII target of 3500MW by 2025. Of the current installed capacity, UEGCL accounts for 913MW equivalent to 68% of the market share by installed capacity.
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited
The State-owned Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL) is embarking on a transformative journey towards growth and sustainability through its comprehensive strategic plan for the period up to
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL)
UEGCL (Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited) is a corporate body, incorporated under the Companies Act (Cap 110), the Laws of Uganda and in conformity with the Electricity Act, 1999. The company was incorporated in March 2001 to operate and maintain the formerly UEB''s Generation Stations at Nalubaale and Kiira Power Stations, and to
UEGCL to generate solar, deepening renewable power production
The Uganda Electricity Generation Company will soon add solar to its hydroelectric power production, as a means of expanding the country''s energy mix. This is according to Proscovia Njuki, the board chairperson UEGCL, who was speaking on the sidelines of the launch of a safety campaign, as part of the global standards on dam safety, to which
Uganda: Energy Country Profile
Uganda: Many of us want an overview of how much energy our country consumes, where it comes from, and if we''re making progress on decarbonizing our energy mix. This page provides the data for your chosen country across all of the key metrics on this topic.
Uganda Energy Transition Plan
Uganda''s Energy Transition Plan (ETP) is a strategic roadmap for the development and modernisation of Uganda''s energy sector. It charts an ambitious, yet feasible pathway to achieve universal access to modern energy and power the country''s economic transformation in a sustainable and secure way.
Uganda Energy Transition Plan
the launch of the Energy Transition Plan, Uganda announces its intention to reach net zero emissions in its energy sector by 2065, which paves the way for our country to explore a formal economy-wide target for climate neutrality.
Uganda: Energy Country Profile
Uganda: Many of us want an overview of how much energy our country consumes, where it comes from, and if we''re making progress on decarbonizing our energy mix. This page provides the data for your chosen country across
USEA Completes Energy Mix Diversification Strategy
Uganda relies heavily on hydropower generation, a technology susceptible to hydrological fluctuations and climate change, which cause severe load-shedding and blackouts during droughts and floods. Key findings of the
UEGCL charts course for growth and sustainability in
Uganda currently has an electricity generation installed capacity of 1346.7MW compared to the NDPIII target of 3500MW by 2025. Of the current installed capacity, UEGCL accounts for 913MW equivalent to 68% of the
Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited Unveils
The State-owned Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL) is embarking on a transformative journey towards growth and sustainability through its comprehensive strategic plan for the period up to 2028. The plan focuses on sustainable business practices, cost-efficient power generation, and heightened operational efficiency.
USEA Completes Energy Mix Diversification Strategy for Uganda
Uganda relies heavily on hydropower generation, a technology susceptible to hydrological fluctuations and climate change, which cause severe load-shedding and blackouts during droughts and floods. Key findings of the report include targets to install additional capacity up to 300 Megawatts (MW) by 2030, and between 900 MW to 2,000 MW by 2040.
6 FAQs about [Uganda glce energy]
Is biomass a source of electricity in Uganda?
Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Uganda: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power?
What are the different types of energy sources in Uganda?
Renewable energy here is the sum of hydropower, wind, solar, geothermal, modern biomass and wave and tidal energy. Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important energy source in lower-income settings. Uganda: How much of the country’s energy comes from nuclear power?
Does Uganda need more hydropower?
Uganda relies heavily on hydropower generation, a technology susceptible to hydrological fluctuations and climate change, which cause severe load-shedding and blackouts during droughts and floods. Key findings of the report include targets to install additional capacity up to 300 Megawatts (MW) by 2030, and between 900 MW to 2,000 MW by 2040.
How much power will Uganda have by 2040?
Key findings of the report include targets to install additional capacity up to 300 Megawatts (MW) by 2030, and between 900 MW to 2,000 MW by 2040. This additional capacity will consist primarily of solar (with storage), wind, and geothermal technologies to align with Uganda’s sustainability strategy and overall economic development objectives.
What is Uganda's energy transition plan?
Uganda’s Energy Transition Plan (ETP) is a strategic roadmap for the development and modernisation of Uganda’s energy sector. It charts an ambitious, yet feasible pathway to achieve universal access to modern energy and power the country’s economic transformation in a sustainable and secure way.
What is Uganda's energy mix diversification strategy?
USEA Acting Executive Director Sheila Hollis said: “This Energy Mix Diversification Strategy will help Uganda improve its grid reliability, increase renewable capacity, and decarbonize its energy sector in the years ahead. As countries around the world march towards the goal of zero emissions, this strategy could not come at a more important time.