Paving the Way for Sustainable Development in Small Island Developing States: Insights from Cabo Verde’s Energy Transitions

This chapter examines the outlook for energy transitions in Cape Verde, a small island developing state located in the Atlantic Ocean, off the western coast of Africa. It explores diverse dimensions, including energy profiles, national policies, institutional frameworks, and emerging challenges and opportunities. The primary research question we pose is: what challenges does Cape Verde face in its energy transitions, and how can these energy transitions foster overall socioeconomic development? Additionally, the chapter discusses the role of international cooperation. It draws on various sources, including scientific and gray literature, and official national documents, such as development plans and reports. By highlighting the challenges of national transitions in the context of Cape Verde, this chapter contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of energy transitions and sustainable development in small island developing states.