Africa could generate nearly a quarter of its energy needs through the use of indigenous, clean, renewable energy by 2030, according to a new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena).
The report, entitled Africa 2030, finds that a combination of modern renewable technology could realistically meet 22% of Africa's energy needs by 2030, a more than a fourfold increase from just 5% in 2013.
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