Frequency regulation and energy storage of power plants in the Democratic Republic of Congo

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What is the main priority for the Democratic Republic of Congo's power sector?

The main priority for the Democratic Republic of Congo's power sector is to increase access to electricity. The Democratic Republic of Congo is a large country with 10 million households of which 1.6 million have access to electricity. This makes it the third largest population in the world without access to electricity.

How much power does the DRC have?

The source, the ARE's annual report, the DRC's power output rose by 9.8% from 2020 to 2024. Despite this progress, the DRC's total electricity output remains remarkably low, reaching just 13.6 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2024.

What is the future of energy in the DRC?

Solar energy, with its promising prospects, could reach up to 746 TWh per year if fully exploited. Biomass and natural gas also represent high-potential sectors, although their development is still limited. However, the DRC still faces significant challenges: reducing network losses, modernizing aging infrastructure, and attracting more investment.

How much would it cost to get grid electricity in DRC?

Providing all households of the 26 provincial capitals of DRC access to grid electricity through a mix of mid-sized hydro and solar power plants would cost approximately USD 10.5 billion in CAPEX. This would raise the access rate to about a third of the population, at a cost equivalent to 30% of GDP.

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