Biomass is a wealth that Africa should be able to use as a platform of economic development Sub-Saharan Africa has conditions conducive

to supplying biomass on a large-scale, sustainable basis. This can be sourced from existing agro-industrial plantations without threatening the large rainforests in the area. In fact, conserving this natural forest is extremely important. With care, expanding the use of biomass for energy purposes can not only help combat climate change worldwide but can also address the energy generation shortages across the region.

The map to the right shows the existing bioenergy potential in Sub-Saharan Africa and the existing biomass trade flows worldwide. Despite Africas clear potential, the continent lags behind other regions in terms of both domestic consumption and export. It is AfriRens ambition to crystallize the progress of renewable energy, specifically biomass, in Africa while creating value for our partners and local African communities.