What is Mozambique's energy potential?

The country has one of the largest potentials in Africa, largely thanks to the mighty Zambezi River, which boasts a projected production capacity of 20 GW. More than half of this potential is in Mozambique. Existing power plants such as Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa (HCB) contribute significantly to the country’s energy production.

Does Mozambique have hydropower?

Including hydropower, renewables currently make up 70% of all energy produced in Mozambique. Hydropower has traditionally been the largest contributor to Mozambique’s power production. The country has one of the largest potentials in Africa, largely thanks to the mighty Zambezi River, which boasts a projected production capacity of 20 GW.

Why is Mozambique a major energy exporter?

Mozambique is a net exporter of energy to countries in the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) – South Africa being the largest importer. The government view energy exports as a key driver of the Mozambican economy, having passed a new electricity law that simplifies permitting and encourages IPPs activities.

Does Mozambique use natural gas as a transitional fuel?

GAS IN THE ENERGY TRANSITION: With the largest natural gas reserves in sub-Saharan Africa, Mozambique is also focused on utilising clean gas as a transitional fuel for its power generation sector. A giant 2-GW combined-cycle gas turbine power plant is being planned in Beluluane, near Maputo.

Will Mozambique achieve universal electrification by 2030?

By 2030, Mozambique aims to achieve universal electrification through on-grid and off-grid solutions while dramatically increasing its installed capacity through hydro, solar, wind and gas projects. Mozambique stands on the edge of a transformative era in power generation.

Can Mozambique produce 2 GW?

Alongside wind and solar, Mozambique also has large biomass potential, with estimates pointing to the possible production of 2 GW. GAS IN THE ENERGY TRANSITION: With the largest natural gas reserves in sub-Saharan Africa, Mozambique is also focused on utilising clean gas as a transitional fuel for its power generation sector.