Electricity in Guinea in 2022

In 2022, Guinea's electricity consumption was heavily reliant on low-carbon energy sources, with clean energy making up more than half of the total electricity generation of approximately 3 TWh. Hydropower accounted for almost all of the low-carbon generation, with an output of about 2 TWh, while fossil energy sources contributed roughly 1 TWh. The nation's per capita electricity consumption is notably low, with the total generation amounting to significantly less than the global average of 3606 watts per person. This limited electricity generation can constrain economic growth, hinder technological and infrastructural development, and contribute to energy insecurity among the population.

Suggestions

To amplify its low-carbon electricity generation, Guinea can draw inspiration from success stories around the globe. Countries like Brazil and India, which have developed wind capacities of 97 TWh and 92 TWh respectively, serve as valuable models due to some shared regional characteristics, such as climate patterns and resource bases. Additionally, learning from China and its significant expansion in both wind and solar capacities—950 TWh for wind and 653 TWh for solar—could guide Guinea in exploring diverse low-carbon sources. These examples highlight the importance of investing in solar and wind infrastructure to harness natural resources effectively, reduce dependency on fossil fuels, and advance towards sustainable development.

History

Historically, Guinea's low-carbon electricity generation has been predominantly fueled by hydropower, witnessing modest growth and fluctuations over the decades. In the 1980s and late 1990s, hydropower output increased steadily with small increments of around 0.1 TWh. The early 2000s experienced mixed growth with occasional declines, such as the notable decreases in 2003 and 2005. The years 2015 to 2019 marked a period of more substantial gains, with hydropower generation increasing significantly by 0.5 TWh in 2015 and 0.6 TWh in 2019, culminating in a remarkable leap of 1.2 TWh in 2020. However, the downward shift in 2021 with a reduction of 0.5 TWh suggests the need for consistent enhancement and diversification of clean energy sources to ensure stable and growing electricity production.

Electricity Imports and Exports

Balance of Trade

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