Geothermal and biomass energy consumption in West Africa saw fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, peaking at 0.31 TWh in 2017 before stabilizing around 0.25 TWh from 2019. Significant year-on-year changes included a notable rise of 34.19% in 2017 and a sharp drop of 31.85% in 2018. As of 2023, consumption increased slightly by 2% to 0.26 TWh, recovering from previous stagnation. The average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years stood at 3.57%, signaling moderate growth. Forecasts suggest a stable upward trend with a projected CAGR of 1.14% by 2028, leading to an anticipated growth rate of 5.81% over this period.
Future trends to watch for include increased investment in renewable energy infrastructure, regional cooperation on energy projects, and governmental policies promoting sustainable energy sources. Monitoring technological advancements and their adoption in geothermal and biomass energy could further enhance efficiency and consumption. These factors combined could substantially impact the growth trajectory of renewable energy in the region.