Bolivian energy storage integrator

Why do we need a study of energy transition in Bolivia?

For particular case of Bolivia, they have been used to analyse opportunities of exporting electricity to bordering countries ; to simulate mid-term scenarios of energy transition for Bolivia ; or to evaluate the implementation of policies and their impacts on reducing emissions derived from the production of electricity .

What type of energy system does Bolivia use?

Similar to the country’s total energy system, the power sector relies heavily on natural gas (AEtN, 2016). The electricity network in Bolivia is broken into two classifications: the National Interconnected System (SIN) and the Isolated Systems (SAs).

What are the potential development scenarios for the Bolivian energy system?

This study presents a general overview of the Bolivian energy system and an array of potential development scenarios based on a mix of management and goal-based measures. In a BAU scenario the energy demands would doble in each sector in a period of 20 years, between 2020 and 2040.

Will Electric based heating drive the transition in Bolivia?

Heating demand in Bolivia transitions from a system dominated by natural gas and biomass to a largely electrified heating sector. Because of the low cost of renewable electricity, electric based heating will drive the transition for Bolivia’s heat sector. Fig. 13.

Does Bolivia have a long-term energy plan?

As previously mentioned, the Bolivian government does not provide any long-term energy planning study, however, the UNFCC (2015b) states that RE will compose 81% of electricity generation by 2030. Bolivia’s scenario for 2027 according to MHE (2009) states that biomass sources will comprise 8% of total final energy demand.

What are the policy guidelines for the energy sector in Bolivia?

The Bolivian government has established the following policy guidelines for the energy sector: energy sovereignty, energy security, energy universalization, energy efficiency, industrialization, energy integration, and strengthening of the energy sector (MHE, 2014).