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.

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

Do Ivorians have access to energy?

Three in five Ivorians have access to energy, but there is a vast discrepancy between urban dwellers (80%) and rural citizens (37%), with the rural north even less connected than their southern compatriots. With almost half of the country below the poverty line, the high upfront connection costs to the national grid remain prohibitive for many.

Is Ivory Coast a greener country?

After investing in new steam turbines in 2013, Ivory Coast became the first African country to use the combined-cycle system. This greener technique creates more power at a lower cost by recycling exhaust emissions. As new discoveries are made offshore, opportunities for expanding gas-to-power are promising. Transitioning to Green Energy