Monrovia, September 2, 2025 – The Government of Liberia, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME), has taken another decisive step toward expanding clean and affordable electricity by convening a two-day technical workshop to validate the country’s draft Net-Metering Policy.
The sessions, held at the Ministry’s central office in Monrovia, brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials, private sector actors, civil society representatives, and international development partners. Discussions centered on establishing a clear roadmap and policy framework to guide the introduction of net-metering in Liberia. Net-metering allows households, businesses, and institutions with renewable energy systems—such as solar panels—to feed surplus electricity into the public grid and, in return, offset their own energy costs.
Welcoming participants, Madam Joebarline Gbozee, Director for Energy Policy, Research, and Planning at MME, described the draft policy as a “landmark instrument” in Liberia’s transition to sustainable energy. “The Net-Metering Policy is vital to expanding access to affordable, reliable, and clean electricity. It aligns with government’s broader goal of strengthening the economy by improving energy services,” she said.
Minister of Mines and Energy, Wilmot Paye, lauded both local and international participants for their commitment, noting that the draft policy represents an opportunity for transformative reform in the energy sector. He urged stakeholders to make substantive contributions so that the final document can be submitted to the Office of the President for endorsement.
Deputy Minister for Energy, Charles Umehai, echoed the government’s commitment, stressing that net-metering has the potential to empower households and businesses by enabling them to become active participants in electricity generation. “This policy will not only increase renewable energy access but also create a conducive environment for investment and innovation,” he remarked.
International development partners, including the European Union, World Bank, African Development Bank, Embassy of Sweden, Novasphere, the Environmental Protection Agency, LISGIS, LEAP Network, Liberia Standards Authority, Rural Renewable Energy Agency, Liberia Electricity Corporation, and the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission, also pledged their support. In separate remarks, partners hailed the draft policy as a timely initiative that will reduce Liberia’s dependence on costly fossil fuel imports, attract new investment in clean energy, and strengthen the country’s resilience to climate change.
Technical experts and national consultants presented baseline studies and key milestones achieved in developing the draft. They outlined how the policy will diversify energy supply, improve grid reliability, and provide economic incentives for renewable energy adoption. Presentations also covered eligibility criteria, institutional and regulatory frameworks, technical guidelines, financial considerations, and the approval process for participants.
At the close of the workshop on August 28, 2025, participants expressed optimism that the Net-Metering Policy will serve as a cornerstone in Liberia’s transition toward affordable and sustainable energy. Monyan K. Flomo, Assistant Director for Hydrocarbon in the Department of Energy, serves as the national focal person for the project.
The validation of the draft Net-Metering Policy marks an important milestone in Liberia’s renewable energy journey, as the country positions itself to expand access to electricity, stimulate investment, and advance toward a greener and more resilient future.
