Electricity in Côte d’Ivoire in 2022

In 2022, Côte d’Ivoire's electricity consumption shows a prominent reliance on fossil fuels, with gas power almost half of the total electricity generation. The country generated approximately 15 TWh in total, with fossil fuels accounting for about two-thirds of the electricity produced, distributing nearly equal shares between gas and other fossil sources. Low-carbon energy sources, primarily hydropower, made up slightly more than one-third of the generation, with around 3.5 TWh. When compared to the global average of 3,638 watts per person, electricity consumption per person in Côte d’Ivoire is significantly lower, revealing potential challenges such as limits in industrial growth, lower standards of living, and reduced access to modern conveniences.

Suggestions

To bolster low-carbon electricity generation, Côte d’Ivoire can learn from countries like India and Brazil that have effectively utilized their natural conditions to expand solar and wind energy generation. With India's substantial solar power capacity of 128 TWh and Brazil's wind production of 102 TWh, Côte d’Ivoire could similarly harness its geographical features and climate conditions to invest in clean energy. The nation could also explore nuclear energy, drawing lessons from countries like France and South Korea, which have achieved hundreds of TWh of electricity generated sustainably through nuclear power. Emulating these successful strategies can not only cut down emissions and pollution but also ensure energy security and economic growth.

History

The history of low-carbon electricity in Côte d’Ivoire largely revolves around hydropower, which has seen fluctuations over the decades. In the early 1980s, hydropower saw some growth, but quickly faced a decline, with notable reductions in 1983 and 1984. The 1990s and 2000s highlighted a pattern of modest gains and declines. In recent years leading up to 2019, the trend saw positive growth, notably in 2018 and 2019. The most recent years have demonstrated growth despite a setback in 2021, with a rebound in 2022. The historical data underscores a persistent yet uneven commitment to hydropower, emphasizing the need for diversification into other clean energy sources like solar and wind to stabilize and expand clean electricity generation.

Electricity Imports and Exports

Balance of Trade

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