99%
share of electricity production from hydropower
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This analysis includes a comprehensive Congo DR energy market report and updated datasets. It is derived from the most recent key economic indicators, supply and demand factors, oil and gas pricing trends and major energy issues and developments surrounding the energy industry. The report provides a complete picture of the country situation, dynamics, current issues and future prospects. With 2020 market data and continuous follow-up of markets news, this report brings clear and concise insights with which to tackle national energy challenges and opportunities. Browse the tabs below for a detailed table of contents, the list of graphs and tables, and details on the data files.
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Highlights
99%
share of electricity production from hydropower
-5%
decrease in oil production in 2020
92%
share of biomass in energy consumption
Abstract
Institutions & Energy Policy
The Ministry of Energy and Hydraulic Resources controls the power sector.
The Ministry of Hydrocarbons is in charge of oil and gas issues. The Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development is responsible for the management of forests and climate change.
Energy Supply
Oil:
Oil production was roughly stable between 2008 and 2019 (1.1-1.2 Mt) and dropped by 5% in 2020. It declined between a peak of 1.4 Mt in 2004 and 2008.
Since the closure of the SOCIR refinery in 2001, all the crude oil production is exported.
Energy Prices
Oil:
Gasoline and diesel prices are very high (among the top five countries in Sub-Saharan Africa), at about US$1/l in 2020. They decreased recently, following global price trends. That was not necessarily the case before, as prices are set by the government, which negotiates with oil importers on the average exchange rate to apply in the end-consumer price structure.
Energy Consumption
Energy consumption per capita is 0.34 toe, including around 100 kWh of electricity (2020).
Total consumption has increased by 2%/year since 2012.
Biomass covers 94% of the country's energy needs. Although it has a large surplus of firewood, the eastern part of the country, which is more populated, is subject to fast deforestation, just like the periphery of the cities.
Issues & Prospects
Electricity:
About 50 GW of new capacities are announced. The most important project is Grand Inga (more than 40 GW of potential), which would be the world's largest hydroelectric dam (almost two times bigger than the three Gorges facility in China).
Below is a list of the Congo DR energy market report graphs:
In the Congo DR energy market report you will find the following tables:
The Congo DR energy market data since 1990 and up to 2020 is included in the Excel file accompanying the Congo DR country report.
It showcases the historical evolution, allowing users to easily work with the data.
Key Data included in the excelsheet:
The Congo DR country report is complemented with a national power generation dashboard (excel file) from our Power Plant Tracker Service.
Data included in the excelsheet:
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