Renewable Energy Consumption: South Sudan, Republic of

Analysis# South Sudan, Republic of Renewable Energy Consumption South Sudan derived 32.4% of its total energy consumption from renewable sources in 2021, representing a modest recovery from recent lows but still below its all-time peak of 35.1% in 2017. Since 2012, renewable energy's share has grown 5.9 percentage points, rising from 30.6% to the current level. The country's renewable energy profile remains relatively stable compared to global peers, though considerable volatility marks the decade under review. A sharp decline occurred between 2012 and 2015, when renewable consumption fell to 27.5%—the lowest point in the dataset. The 2017 spike to 35.1% demonstrated capacity for renewable expansion, yet the subsequent drop to 31.5% in 2018 suggests sustainability challenges. From 2019 onward, the share has stabilized near 32%, indicating a potential new equilibrium. Future progress depends on infrastructure investment and energy policy commitments.