Average wind solar storage price per 250MW in Burundi

How has private energy consumption changed in Burundi?

It is only in the last five years that private consumption has grown in real terms. Burundi`s energy consumption relies to a great extent on biomass. Households are the main consumers of energy in the country, accounting for 94% of total consumption. Their needs are almost exclusively met by traditional biomass (99%).

What is the most common off-grid electricity source in Burundi?

Solar energy is the most common off-grid electricity source in Burundi, although the number of systems installed is very slow. With the global price droping of solar technologies a small solar sector emerged in the recent years, that offer smaller systems for private households, businesses and public institutions.

Which technology is most important for power generation in Burundi?

Hydropower is the most important technology for power generation in Burundi, representing 95% of the total national generation capacity. This energy is transported through elevated lines of average volltage and distributed to the customers by lines of low voltage. The levels of transport voltage in Burundi are 110 kV, 30 kV and 10 kV.

How much does petroleum cost in Burundi?

All petroleum products (70 – 85 kilotons per year) have to be imported and transported over at least 1,400 km through neighboring countries before they reach Burundi. Consequently, petroleum is comparatively expensive and a high burden on the national budget. The market price for Diesel and Gasoline is around 1.20 US$ per liter.

Who manages the national electricity grid in Bujumbura?

REGIDESO is responsible for managing the national electricity grid and for ensuring the supply of electricity and water in Bujumbura as well as in 23 urban centers. Currently, all electricity production facilities over 150 kW are managed by REGIDESO.