Electricity in Comoros in 2022

In 2022, electricity consumption in Comoros was quite low compared to the global average. The average electricity consumption per person in Comoros was a mere fractions of the worldwide average of 3606 watts per person. This low consumption indicates limited access to electricity, possibly affecting daily life, economic activities, and healthcare. When it comes to the source of their electricity, Comoros heavily relies on fossil fuels, which contribute significantly to climate change and air pollution, while producing close to none from low-carbon sources such as wind, solar, or nuclear.

Suggestions

To increase low-carbon electricity generation, Comoros can look at successful examples from other countries. For instance, Brazil generates a substantial amount of electricity from wind, at 97 TWh, and from solar, at 61 TWh, indicating strong use of these clean energy sources. India also has significant generation from both solar (125 TWh) and wind (92 TWh), despite facing challenges similar to those in Comoros. Learning from these countries, Comoros can implement policies that encourage investments in wind and solar projects. Furthermore, countries like South Korea and the United Arab Emirates demonstrate that nuclear energy can also be a viable option, with nuclear contributing 177 TWh and 32 TWh respectively. By adopting a mix of solar, wind, and nuclear energy, Comoros can enhance its clean electricity generation sustainably.

History

The history of low-carbon electricity in Comoros shows a slow but steady progression. In the late 20th century, there were no significant changes in low-carbon electricity generation. However, in the early 21st century, Comoros started exploring solar energy, albeit with very small annual increases. Since significant investments or shifts in policy have not been recorded, the overall development has been sluggish. In recent years, there have been some attempts to introduce wind energy, mirroring the strategies of successful countries, but these efforts have not yet resulted in substantial electricity generation. For a more ambitious and sustained growth in clean energy, Comoros will need to implement robust policies and secure international partnerships.

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