Firstsolar DR Congo

How many people have electricity in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

Goma hybrid solar project in the Democratic Republic of Congo According to the World Bank, only 19% of the DRC’s around 102 million people have access to electricity. This translates to about 41% in urban areas and 1% in rural areas.

How will a solar hybrid mini-grid work in DRC?

MIGA said CESL is developing, building and operating solar hybrid mini-grid projects through Nuru SASU in DRC to generate up to 15MW of electricity. Once completed, the project will provide electricity to around 28,000 households and businesses that “currently have expensive, unreliable, unsustainable, or no access to electricity.”

What does First Solar do?

First Solar’s expertise across the solar value chain strives to support Power Africa aims to add more than 30,000 megawatts of cleaner, more efficient electricity generation capacity. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV's watch history and influence TV recommendations.

Why do Congolese people need electricity?

According to the International Trade Administration, lack of access to modern electricity services impairs the health, education and income-generating potential of millions of Congolese people. “Most power generation development is directed and funded by mining companies seeking to power their facilities.”