Geothermal Energy Potential of Uganda

Abstract

Uganda is currently facing power shortages withd emand exceeding supply by about 130MW. This is mainly due to climaticf luctuations that have reduced hydropower output from 380MW, the capacity of hydropower dams at Jinja, to less than 150MW. This has forced government (GoU) to license Independent Power Producers (IPPs) as a short-term measure to produce electricity from thermal plants to reduce on the shortfall. Despite its considerable hydro resources, the GoU recognizes that it must diversify its energy resources. The present level of uncertainty in climate change and increasing environmental awareness have increased government