Ivory Coast power solution systems

Will Ivory Coast achieve universal energy access by 2025?

With the 2030 Energy Plan identifying 66 projects that will require private investment, the door is open for new private partners to stake their claim. Ivory Coast aims to achieve universal energy access by 2025 and triple its generation capacity by 2030.

Does Ivory Coast engage with private energy companies?

Ivory Coast’s engagement with private energy companies is not unique to the region. In fact, public-private partnerships are common across West Africa as they are equally popular with governments and private companies.

Does Ivory Coast use natural gas?

The AZITO power station, built in 1999 and supplying one-third of the country’s energy, uses natural gas produced off the coast of Ivory Coast. In 23 years, the project’s capacity has grown nearly fivefold. After investing in new steam turbines in 2013, Ivory Coast became the first African country to use the combined-cycle system.

Will Ivory Coast develop a solar project with Emirati companies?

To date, Ivory Coast has inked agreements to develop two solar projects with the Emirati businesses Masdar and Amea Power, with capacities of 70 MW and 87 MW, respectively.

Who owns the Ivory Coast electricity company?

With 4 995 employees in 2022 and 54.02% owned by Eranove, the Ivory Coast Electricity Company (CIE) is a private provider that has been linked to the Ivory Coast’s government by a concession agreement since 1990.

Who is responsible for energy production in Ivory Coast?

Today, private operators in Ivory Coast are responsible for 70% of energy production and 100% of its distribution. The grid is expected to cover 99% of the population by 2035, with PPP models playing a major role in expanding electrification and grid connection. Gas-to-Power Generation