Democratic Republic of Congo Solar power and energy storage

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What is the main energy resource of the Democratic Republic of Congo?

Hydroelectric power (See Annex 1) is the main energy resource of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The DRC ranks first in Africa in terms of its potential (100,000 MW), which accounts for 13% of the global hydropower potential.

Could solar power be the future of energy in Congo?

Congo is one of the top five oil producers in Sub-Saharan Africa. But despite its rich energy resources, the electrification rate is low, especially in rural areas, mainly because of a lack of electricity infrastructure. But solar power could be the future as it is also said to be cheaper for households.

How is the electricity sector governed in the Republic of the Congo?

The electric power sector in the Republic of the Congo is chiefly governed by Law No 14-2003 of April 10, 2003 on the Electricity Code, and by: Law No 17-2003 of April 10, 2003 creating the development funds for electricity sector (FDSEL); Law No 16-2003 of April 10, 2003 creating the regulatory agency for electricity sector (ARSEL);

Is the Democratic Republic of the Congo an energy exporter?

One of the Inga dams, a major source of hydroelectricity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Democratic Republic of the Congo was a net energy exporter in 2008. Most energy was consumed domestically in 2008. According to the IEA statistics the energy export was in 2008 small and less than from the Republic of Congo.

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