Ensure the adequate and affordable energy supply in a sustainable manner taking advantage of our natural resources in support of the nation’s socio-economic development. The Directorate is responsible for the implementation of the Energy Policies and enforces the compliance of legal requirements of energy legislation (Electricity Act, 2007) and regulations and researches new and renewable sources of energy and regulations and research new and renewable sources of energy.
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Department of Energy: Powering Namibia’s Future
Director Energy
John Titus
Email
Tel: +264 61 284 8305
What We Do
- Policy Implementation: We are responsible for implementing energy policies and regulations, including the Electricity Act, 2007.
- Regulatory Oversight: We enforce compliance with energy legislation and regulations to ensure a fair and competitive market.
- Research and Development: We invest in research and development of new and renewable energy sources to diversify Namibia’s energy mix.
Divisions
- Electricity Division: Oversees the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity.
- Renewable Energy Division: Promotes the development and utilisation of renewable energy sources.
- Energy Planning and Research Division: Conducts energy planning and research to inform policy decisions.
Objectives
- Security of Supply: Ensuring a reliable and sufficient energy supply to meet growing demand and support industrial development.
- Social Upliftment: Promoting equitable access to affordable and appropriate energy services for all Namibians.
- Economic Competitiveness: Ensuring that energy supply and utilisation are sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective.
- Effective Governance: Establishing a robust and flexible energy sector governance framework.
- Investment and Growth: Attracting investment in the energy sector to stimulate economic growth and development.
- Sustainability: Promoting the sustainable use of natural resources for energy production and consumption.