4 FAQs about Mozambique s new energy storage power source

What is Mozambique's energy potential?

The country has one of the largest potentials in Africa, largely thanks to the mighty Zambezi River, which boasts a projected production capacity of 20 GW. More than half of this potential is in Mozambique. Existing power plants such as Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa (HCB) contribute significantly to the country's energy production.

How much energy is available in Mozambique in 2023?

“Financial resources for renewables projects have grown steadily, with nearly USD 230 million available in 2023.” Including hydropower, renewables currently make up 70% of all energy produced in Mozambique. Hydropower has traditionally been the largest contributor to Mozambique's power production.

Does Mozambique have hydropower?

Including hydropower, renewables currently make up 70% of all energy produced in Mozambique. Hydropower has traditionally been the largest contributor to Mozambique's power production. The country has one of the largest potentials in Africa, largely thanks to the mighty Zambezi River, which boasts a projected production capacity of 20 GW.

Does Mozambique use natural gas as a transitional fuel?

GAS IN THE ENERGY TRANSITION: With the largest natural gas reserves in sub-Saharan Africa, Mozambique is also focused on utilising clean gas as a transitional fuel for its power generation sector. A giant 2-GW combined-cycle gas turbine power plant is being planned in Beluluane, near Maputo.

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