IRENA – Decentralised Renewable Energy for Powering Agri-Food Value

The report by IRENA "Decentralised Renewable Energy for Powering Agri-Food Value" explores the integration of renewable energy into Guinea's agriculture sector to enhance productivity and sustainability. The agricultural potential of Guinea is significant due to its abundant water resources and arable land. However, productivity remains low because of reliance on traditional farming techniques and limited infrastructure. This report highlights the opportunity to incorporate decentralized renewable energy (DRE) in Guinea's agricultural value chains, particularly in rice, maize, and vegetable production. It identifies suitable DRE solutions and barriers to adoption, aligning with national development goals to improve agricultural output, achieve food self-sufficiency, and drive socio-economic development.