A new paper published in Environmental Research: Energy identifies “Zombie Energy Systems” (ZES) as a critical barrier to Africa’s energy transition. ZES are outdated, inefficient, and environmentally harmful energy systems, including aging coal and natural gas power plants, obsolete hydro-electric dams, and poorly maintained transmission grids, as well as second-hand appliances and vehicles. These systems persist despite their detrimental impact on progress, draining resources and stalling economic and climate goals. “Zombie Energy Systems are a hidden bottleneck on Africa’s energy progress, wasting financial and energy resources, contributing to energy poverty,…
Read MoreNew paper highlights urgent need to address “Zombie Energy Systems” in Africa’s energy transition
