Several plants have been processed in Lesotho to manufacture various commercial prodcts, ranging from cosmetics and beverages (juice, tea) to traditional herbal mixtures and crafts. Even though plants of commercial importance have been documented in different regions and countries, this is not the case in Lesotho.
Does Lesotho have commercial plants?
Even though plants of commercial importance have been documented in different regions and countries, this is not the case in Lesotho. Therefore, the aim of the study is to record plant species commonly used in the country for development of commercial products.
Does Lesotho have natural gas?
Lesotho does not have any natural gas, oil or coal reserves. Net imports of oil product in 2015 amounted 176 ktoe (AFREC, 2015). The country has 100 km2 of peatlands (WEC, 2013). With less than 20 per cent of the country lying below 1,800 m above sea level, there are technically a huge number potential sites where wind power can be generated.
How much energy does Lesotho have?
4,408 MWh (LHDA, 2016b). Lesotho does not have any natural gas, oil or coal reserves. Net imports of oil product in 2015 amounted 176 ktoe (AFREC, 2015). The country has 100 km2 of peatlands (WEC, 2013).