Leapfrogging Eswatini’s market to energy-efficient refrigerators and distribution transformers
Context
Eswatini is experiencing a rural energy crisis, where demand for household energy has outstripped energy supply. The combination of high demand, aggravated by low-end use efficiency (fuel wood is either used in open fires or in stoves designed for coal) has contributed to environmental degradation, rural poverty and rural energy shortages. Eswatini needs efficient policies and regulatory frameworks, as well as development of fiscal and financial incentives to encourage the use of energy efficient appliances. Like several other countries in the region, Eswatini’s energy policy is very high level and idoes not currently address any energy efficient technologies or regulations.
The CTCN previously developed detailed country assessments for 9 Southern Africa countries, including Eswatini, focusing on five priority products (i.e. lighting, refrigerators, air conditioners, electric motors and distribution transformers). This assistance will help to inform Eswatini's future objectives for climate-related policy actions.
