Côte d’Ivoire’s energy mix is dominated by natural gas, which accounts for approximately 69% of electricity generation, with hydropower contributing roughly 23-30% as of 2023. The country has the third-largest electricity system in West Africa, with a total installed capacity heavily reliant on thermal power stations. Key goals include increasing renewable energy to 45% by 2030, with a current, growing focus on solar.
Côte d’Ivoire partners with the EU in a €15 million investment to support the Green Energy Production Support Project (PAPEV), aiming for 45% renewable energy by 2030.
As of 2026 there is no information indicating that Côte d’Ivoire is producing green hydrogen by electrolysis of seawater.
