Of Mozambique¡¯s estimated 2,799MW of generation capacity, hydropower accounts for roughly 79%, while gas (16%), heavy fuel oil (4%) and solar (1%) play a lesser role.
Did Mozambique import crude oil?
Mozambique did not import crude oil. Oil accounts for the second largest share of CO2 emissions globally, primarily in the transport sector where, despite recent exponential growth in EV sales, the vast majority of cars, trucks, ships and aircraft are still powered by oil-based fuels burned in internal combustion engines.
What are the non-energy uses of oil in Mozambique?
Many of the petroleum products made from oil have non-energy uses, notably asphalt, engine lubricants and raw materials for making plastics. In Mozambique, around 40% of people have access to electricity, through the grid or mini/off-grid systems.
What is Mozambique’s first offshore natural gas exploration project?
Nonetheless, Coral South, Mozambique¡¯s first offshore natural gas exploration project, inaugurated in November 2022, is expected to yield 3.4 million tons annually and is aimed at extraction for export sale.