IBRD Trust Funds - World Bank

Published purpose

This project aims to promote the responsible and sustainable development of Tanzania's natural gas and energy sectors and to develop public private partnerships for power generation. It supports the Government of Tanzania in developing and implementing clear and comprehensive policies and regulatory frameworks to maximize the financial, social and environmental benefits of natural gas development, in line with international standards and best practices. Project activities include: 1) developing a petroleum policy and legal framework; 2) providing strengthened sector coordination and governance; 3) preparing and implementing a vocational education and skills development plan; 4) developing and implementing a public-private partnership action plan; and 5) providing technical advice related to the oil and gas sector. The project is implemented by the World Bank through the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, the Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited, the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation, and the Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority.