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How much energy does Burundi use?

Energy in Burundi is a growing industry with tremendous potential. As of 2020, Burundi consumes a total of 382.70 million kilowatt hours (kWh) of electric energy per year. The country produces locally 69% of the electricity it consumes, with the rest imported from other countries.

What is Burundi's main energy source?

Its most important power source is hydroelectric power, representing 95% of total production. It also uses energy from other renewable (wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal) and coal power plants. Burundi has the world's lowest carbon footprint per capita at 0.027 tons per capita in CO 2 emissions as of 2019.

How is electricity generated in Burundi?

Electricity is primarily generated from hydroelectric power plants and thermal power plants fueled by diesel. The electrical grid covers only limited parts of the country, primarily cities, and about 10 percent of the population of Burundi has access to electricity.

Does Burundi have a vertically integrated electricity sector?

Burundi has a vertically integrated electricity sector with. The institutions that play key role in the country’s electricity sector are: Ministère de l'Hydraulique, Énergie et des Mines (Ministry of Water, Energy and Mines). AREEN (Autorité de Régulation des secteurs de l'Eau potable et de l'Énergie).

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