The client wanted to develop a follow-up study to recommend renewable energy integration for EV charging in Sierra Leone, building on the Gender-Sensitive National e-Mobility Strategy (2024–2035) under the GEF-funded project. The study supports long-term low-carbon mobility growth and aligns with the project’s fourth component.

Objective

The client wanted to provide recommendations for integrating renewable energy with electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Sierra Leone. This study follows the development of the Gender-Sensitive National e-Mobility Strategy (2024–2035) under the GEF-funded project “Supporting Sierra Leone in Shifting to e-Mobility.” It focuses on aligning renewable energy integration with low-carbon mobility goals, promoting long-term environmental sustainability and supporting implementation of the project’s fourth component.

Our Approach

Technological Adaptation

Estimated the EV charging infrastructure required for effective e-mobility deployment. Projected electricity generation and assessed the role of renewable energy in the grid mix. Evaluated methods for integrating renewable energy with EV charging solutions

Project Development

Reviewed international best practices for enhancing renewable energy-based EV charging. Developed recommendations for policy and regulatory interventions to support EV charging infrastructure. Estimated the net additions of new batteries and retirements of old batteries in Sierra Leone due to the shift towards e-mobility

Current Landscape

Analysed the current landscape of battery and hazardous waste management in Sierra Leone. Investigated international best practices for battery handling, with a specific focus on African countries.

Roadmap

Conducted a readiness assessment for Sierra Leone, comparing it with other identified countries. Compiled recommendations for Sierra Leone to implement effective battery handling policies and interventions for the short, medium, and long term

Outcome