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The CTCN is seeking experts to participate in the upcoming solicitation to provide technical assistance on:
Assessment of Green Hydrogen Potential and Development of a National Strategy
Deadline: 18 July 2025
Guinea faces significant structural challenges in its energy sector, including low electricity access, particularly in rural areas, and a strong reliance on imported fossil fuels. Although recent hydroelectric investments have improved capacity, the national grid remains limited and vulnerable to external shocks. Growing energy demand, driven by population growth, urbanization, and the expansion of mining, underscores the urgent need for a more resilient and diversified energy mix.
In response, the Government of Guinea has identified green hydrogen as a strategic opportunity to support the energy transition, cut emissions, and enhance energy security. Developing a national green hydrogen strategy will help structure this emerging sector in line with the country’s climate, energy, and industrial priorities. It will:
- Support decarbonization in high-emission sectors such as mining and transport;
- Create economic opportunities through industrialization, innovation, and green investment;
- Strengthen regional and international cooperation on clean technologies;
- Contribute to Guinea’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and its 2040 carbon neutrality target for the mining sector.
This technical assistance will support the development of a national green hydrogen strategy by assessing production potential, identifying key sectors for domestic use and export, and aligning national efforts with regional frameworks such as WASCAL and ECOWAS. Some of the expected outputs are:
- Establishment of a Green Hydrogen Policy Working Group
- Assessment of Green Hydrogen Production Potential and Market Viability
- Development of a National Green Hydrogen Strategy
- Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing
For further information on this opportunity, visit the UN Global Market Place (UNGM) or the UN website.
If you are not yet a member of the CTCN Network, you can apply to join here.