Green Energy Transition for Sustainable Agriculture

Most of Botswana’s farmland and farms are situated in off-grid areas and extending grid to these remote areas is economically not viable. The use of renewable energy in these off-grid areas is limited as the upfront cost of the renewable energy equipment is high. Diesel generators are most common for farming enterprises but they have a negative impact on the cost of production as well as the environment and public health. Therefore, the National Development Bank (NDB) of Botswana initiated a funding program for farmers to mitigate GHG emissions and adapt to the consequences of climate change through renewable energy solutions and water efficient irrigation practices.