Development of alternative energy sources in Africa in the context of the region green agenda and economic development

The objective of the study is to assess the potential and consider options for the effective use of alternative energy sources in the climatic conditions of Africa, taking into account the environmental, economic, and social aspects that contribute to achieving the priorities of the green agenda and accelerating the economic development of the region. This article examines Africa as a comprehensive object of analysis that encompasses both its rich ethno-cultural environment and its unique geography, topography, natural, and raw materials ecosystem. The study also focuses on the rapid development of the continental economy over the past few decades. It is concluded that most of the available research focuses on biodiversity, demography, anthropology, former colonial dependence, and the history of exploration and settlement of the "black" continent. In addition, scientists and practitioners pay close attention to a wide range of economic issues in this part of the world. In the context of modern scientific views, the continent is no longer identified solely as the hypothetical ancestral home of all humanity, but is now also viewed as a sovereign center of power in the global arena and as a strategic partner with vast natural and mineral resources. Africa has all kinds of resources for generating electricity (including not only solid fuels and hydrocarbons, but also renewable sources), which is why the article substantiated the relevance of analyzing and evaluating the changes that are taking place in the continent's energy sector during its industrial development. The article also argued for the importance of studying alternative energy sources in the context of Africa's climate realities and their integration into the global green agenda. The main methods used in the article were expert assessments, literature analysis, and comparative and statistical analysis. The main result of the study is the conclusion that it is necessary to develop renewable energy sources in Africa, which is due to a number of factors (economic stabilization, rapid population growth, urbanization, and climate change).

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