Electricity in Côte d’Ivoire in 2022

In 2022, Côte d'Ivoire's electricity consumption showcased some dependence on fossil fuels, with fossil and gas combined contributing more than half of the total electricity generation at roughly 15 TWh. Low-carbon sources, which include hydropower, provided almost a quarter of the total at around 3.5 TWh. Specifically, hydropower accounted for close to the entirety of the low-carbon electricity generation. This level of electricity generation leaves Côte d'Ivoire significantly below the global average consumption of 3606 watts/person. Insufficient electricity generation can lead to negative outcomes such as limited industrial growth, poor educational resources, and reduced quality of life.

Suggestions

To enhance its low-carbon electricity generation, Côte d'Ivoire could draw inspiration from various successful countries. For instance, the People’s Republic of China has made extensive use of wind energy, generating an impressive 950 TWh, and solar energy, producing 653 TWh. Other countries like India have also seen success with solar energy, generating 125 TWh. These examples suggest that Côte d'Ivoire could significantly benefit from investing in both wind and solar technologies. Additionally, Côte d'Ivoire could look towards nuclear power as an option, as evidenced by the United States generating 790 TWh and France generating 348 TWh from nuclear energy. These investments would bolster low-carbon electricity supplies, mitigate air pollution, and help combat climate change.

History

Historically, Côte d'Ivoire has seen fluctuations in its hydropower electricity generation. The early 1980s were marked by a modest increase, followed by declines and then occasional rises into the mid-1990s. Notably, in 1985, hydropower saw a significant increase of 0.9 TWh. The late 1990s experienced variability, with declines like the 0.5 TWh decrease in 1998, but stability returned closer to the turn of the century. The 21st century continued this pattern with modest gains and losses, with a notable increase of 0.9 TWh in 2018 and a decline in 2021 of 0.7 TWh, followed by an increase of 0.7 TWh in 2022. These patterns highlight the need for Côte d'Ivoire to stabilize its hydropower output and consider diversifying into other low-carbon sources like wind, solar, and nuclear power.

Electricity Imports and Exports

Balance of Trade

Data Sources