The brief is the reading material for session 2 of the policy dialogue. This technical note briefly analyses the regional institutions of three African power pools: The Southern African Power Pool (SAPP), the Western African Power Pool (WAPP), and the Eastern African Power Pool (EAPP). For the three power pools, we examine the institutional foundations, governance structure, authority, and supporting institutions. Finally, we conclude withthequestion of how regional integration and institutional differences have shaped the development of these various power pools.
Knowledge Base
Policy dialogue on Renewable Generation and Regional Power Trade in Africa: Regional Institutions of African Power Pools
Resource Title:
Policy dialogue on Renewable Generation and Regional Power Trade in Africa: Regional Institutions of African Power Pools
Resource type:
ASR Position Papers
ASR Reports
ASR Policy Briefs
ASR Online Events
External Reports
External Position Papers and Policy Briefs
Country:
Africa
Knowledge Pillar:
Electricity Markets - Regional Integration – Transmission
Publication Year:
2023
Author(s):
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Mohamed A.Eltahir Elabbas, IIT Comillas University.
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