Mauritania stands at the threshold of an energy transformation, leveraging world-class natural gas reserves, exceptional renewable resources, and pioneering green hydrogen initiatives. With strategic geographic positioning and progressive policies, we're building a diversified energy future that powers economic growth and sustainable development.
2nd largest per capita globally
2.7 MPTA LNG operational
50-80 TCF potential
| Project | Type | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toujounine | Solar PV | 50MW | Operational |
| Boulenouar | Wind | 102.3MW | Operational |
| Desert-to-Power | Solar | 225kV interconnection | Development |
| Rural Electrification | Solar Mini-grids | 20 villages | Phase 2 underway |
Enables private investment and IPPs
Separating generation, transmission, distribution
Battery storage integration (DREAM Project)
| Project | Developers | Capacity | Investment |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMAN | CWP Global | 30GW RE → 1.7 MTPA H₂ | $40B |
| Project Nour | Chariot/TotalEnergies | 10GW electrolyzers | - |
| Megaton | GreenGo Energy | 13.1GW RE → 339ktpa NH₃ | - |
| Moon | Masdar/Infinit UAE-Egypt-Germany JV | 10GW electrolyzers | $34B |
Africa's first dedicated H₂ law
For early investors
For pre-2033 FIDs
Dedicated regulatory body
Upstream development, LNG expansion
Utility-scale solar/wind farms
Project financing, technology supply
| Incentive | Applicability | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Exemptions | Green Hydrogen | VAT, export duty exemptions |
| Royalty Waivers | Pre-2033 FIDs | Full royalty exemption |
| Land Access | Energy Projects | Concession agreements |
| Custom Duty Relief | Project Equipment | Import tax exemptions |
$50M DREAM Project
$289.5M Desert-to-Power
Global Gateway support
Technology transfer
Future LNG and hydrogen export hub
Links to Mali, Senegal, Morocco
Large-scale desalination plants
Industrial clusters for energy industries
Enhanced transparency in resource management
$27M MCC grant for sector modernization
International expertise partnerships
Integrated climate resilience planning
50% local content target by 2030
We're building an integrated energy ecosystem where natural gas revenues fund renewable expansion, solar and wind power green hydrogen production, and all sectors drive economic diversification. With 50% local content targets, skills development programs, and strategic revenue management, Mauritania's energy transformation will deliver inclusive, sustainable growth.
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