Could solar power change energy consumption in Congo?

Solar power could change energy consumption in Congo. - The Loudima family in Congo have long been without electricity but they have found an environmental solution: solar power. In the remote districts of Pointe Noire, the Congolese start-up Hélios Électricité has installed a solar power plant.

What percentage of Congolese people have access to electricity?

Less than 10% of the Congolese population has access to electricity, 35% in urban areas (50% in Kinshasa) and less than 1% in rural areas. There are also strong regional disparities in access to electricity. But, Congo has an immense development potential thanks to abundant hydrological and solar resources.

Can Congo achieve Millenium Development Goal 7 by 2030?

But, Congo has an immense development potential thanks to abundant hydrological and solar resources. Investing in solar, wind and hydro energy, improving energy productivity and ensuring access to energy for all is essential if we want to achieve Millenium Development Goal 7 by 2030.

What are the barriers to the provision of adequate power in DRC?

Key barriers to the provision of appropriate power in DRC include heavy reliance on hydropower generation, of which less than 50% is currently available for generation due to aging infrastructure and lack of maintenance, and the underdeveloped power grid which only covers the southern and the eastern region.