The overall objective of the Energy Sector Reform and Development Project is to help the Government enhance the efficiency of the energy sector, increase access of rural areas to modern sources of energy, and improve the management of natural forest resources. The project seeks to foster private sector development and competition in the energy sector, and empower local communities. Within this context, the global environmental objective of the project is to reduce national carbon emissions by creating an enabling framework for energy conservation and renewable energy.

Project Details

GEF Project ID
1062
Country
Burkina Faso
Implementing Agencies
The World Bank
Status
Cancelled
Region
Africa
Executing Agencies
Ministry of Mines, Quarries, and Energy
GEF Period
GEF - 2
Project Type
Full-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund

Financials

USD
Co-financing Total
12,300,000
GEF Project Grant
3,200,000
GEF Agency Fees
870,000

Timeline

Received by GEF
Concept Approved
Project Cancelled