Ekore energy Rwanda

What is the current energy generation in Rwanda?

The current energy generation capacity in Rwanda (as of 2017) is at 210.9 MW. Grid-connected generation capacity has tripled since 2010. The power generation mix is currently diversified with hydro power accounting for 48%, thermal for 32%, solar PV for 5.7%, and methane-to-power for 14.3%. Rwanda has achieved an access rate of 40.5%.

What is Rwanda's energy strategy?

Rwanda's energy strategy is to diversify sources of energy by focusing on the development of domestic sources and phasing out thermal generation (keeping only the minimum for back up purpose).

Is hydropower development possible in Rwanda?

Rwanda's major rivers have proven potential for electric hydropower generation. Opportunities exist in micro, small, and shared regional hydropower projects. Around 30 companies, both Rwandese and international, are currently involved in hydropower projects in Rwanda.

How much solar energy does Rwanda have installed?

Rwanda has 12.08 MW of total on-grid installed solar energy. Households far away from the planned national grid coverage are encouraged to use Solar Photovoltaic (PVs) to reduce the cost of access to electricity.

What is the power generation mix in Rwanda?

The current power generation mix in Rwanda is 48% hydro power, 32% thermal, 5.7% solar PV, and 14.3% methane-to-power. Rwanda has achieved 40.5% access rate, with 29.5% on-grid access and 11% off-grid access. Rwanda plans to achieve 512MW installed power generation capacity by 2023/24.

How can Rwanda make a mini-grid sustainable?

Rwanda can make mini-grids financially sustainable with the availability of seed funds such as the Scaling-up Renewable Energy in Low Income Countries Program (SREP) and the Result Based Fund (RBF). The country's Total on-grid installed solar energy is 12.08 MW.