Mozambique energy storage power supply processing

Which energy sources are used in Mozambique?

In Mozambique, liquid fuels and solar PV represent 4% and 1% of the existing installed capacity base. The country's biggest power plant, Cahora Bassa hydro plant, has an installed capacity of 2,075 MW.

What is the optimal power system expansion plan for Mozambique?

The optimal power system expansion plan for Mozambique involves tripling its wind and solar capacity to reach almost 3 GW by 2032. This plan considers the current separation of the power system into two isolated transmission networks: the Central-Northern and Southern systems, with over 50% of the annual power demand in the Southern system.

What is the current power system of Mozambique?

The power system of Mozambique is separated into two transmission networks isolated from one another: the Central-Northern and Southern systems. Over 50% of the annual power demand is seen in the Southern system. The optimal power system expansion plan if wind and solar capacity are allowed to triple to reach almost 3 GW by 2032.

What is EDM doing in Mozambique?

EDM and Mozambique support the development of renewable energy projects, having launched public tenders for solar and wind projects, the country is also exploring battery storage solutions. The largest power generation plant in the country is the Cahora Bassa hydro dam, operated by the government owned Hidroeléctrica de Cahora Bassa (HCB).

Why is Mozambique a major energy exporter?

Mozambique is a net exporter of energy to countries in the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) – South Africa being the largest importer. The government view energy exports as a key driver of the Mozambican economy, having passed a new electricity law that simplifies permitting and encourages IPPs activities.

How will Mozambique benefit from a more distributed power system?

By adopting this strategy, Mozambique will avoid locking the systems in for decades with large baseload plants and benefit from a more distributed power system.