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.

Costa Rica has emerged as a global leader in renewable energy, achieving near-100% renewable electricity generation primarily through a mix of hydroelectric, geothermal, wind, and solar power. Solar energy, though currently contributing less than 1% to the national grid, offers a viable solution due to the country’s tropical location and high solar irradiance levels. Recent initiatives, such as distributed generation programs and solar panel incentives, signal a growing interest in photovoltaic systems. while hydroelectric power is renewable, large-scale projects have faced opposition due to environmental and social impacts, pushing the government to seek alternatives like solar and wind.

Costa Rica is advancing its 2050 carbon-neutrality goal by positioning itself as a leader in green hydrogen, leveraging a >99% renewable electricity grid. With support from Germany, the country focuses on producing hydrogen via electrolysis for heavy-duty transport, industry, and decarbonization.

Ad-Astra Rocket Company has a pioneering, 100% carbon-free hydrogen ecosystem project located in Liberia, Costa Rica. It involves the first small fleet of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and hydrogen production.

The Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville) relies on oil and gas for most exports and economic output, with biomass as a primary domestic source. Electrification rates are roughly 48% overall, with a push toward expanding hydroelectric and natural gas capacity. Only about 48.3% of the population has access to electricity, with a large disparity between urban (65.6%) and rural (12.7%) areas. As of 2026 there is no information indicating that the country is producing green hydrogen by electrolysis of seawater.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has immense, largely untapped energy potential—estimated at 100,000 MW of hydroelectric power—but suffers from severe energy poverty, with only 19–21% of its population having access to electricity. The energy mix is dominated by biomass (92%) and hydropower (96% of electricity), with major, often under-maintained infrastructure like Inga I and II, and plans for the massive Grand Inga project. The Congo River provides enormous hydroelectric capacity, particularly at Inga Falls. Currently, hydropower generates 96% of the country’s electricity, mostly from the ageing Inga I and Inga II dams. Despite being energy-rich, the DRC has one of the lowest electricity access rates in the world. Access is highly uneven, with roughly 41% in urban areas and as low as 1% in rural areas having access. Roughly 92% of the country’s total energy consumption is met by biomass (wood/charcoal), leading to significant deforestation, especially around urban areas. The government aims to increase electricity access to 32% by 2030. Projects like the Grand Inga Hydropower project and increased integration of solar and other renewables are seen as key to reducing dependence on biomass and enhancing stability. The DRC is a crude oil producer, but lacks domestic refining capacity, necessitating the import of all refined products.

As of 2026 there is no indication that the country is producing green hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater.

Comoros relies heavily on imported fossil fuels (mostly heavy fuel oil and diesel) for electricity generation, which accounts for over 90% of its power supply.  The nation has limited, growing, but largely untapped renewable energy potential, including solar, hydropower, and ocean thermal energy. Only about 8% of the population has access to electricity, with supply restricted to three main islands: Grande Comore, Moheli, and Anjouan. The country is exploring solar and oceanic energy, but currently, 95% of households still rely on biomass for cooking. As of 2026, nothing in the country’s website indicates that the country produces, or is planning to produce, hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater.

Colombia’s hydro-based electricity accounts for 55-80% of supply; however, it is heavily reliant on fossil fuels for transport and industry, with oil accounting for 42%. The hydro power makes the grid vulnerable to El Niño droughts.

Colombia is also positioning itself as a leader in Latin American green hydrogen, targeting 1-3 GW of electrolysis capacity by 2030 and over 30 projects underway. The Ministry of Mines and Energy states that Colombia is interested in green hydrogen, however it does not list any ongoing projects.

Colombia has confirmed significant natural (“white”) hydrogen discoveries in the Cordillera Oriental and Sinú-San Jacinto basins, marking a major milestone in Latin America. Studies, including data from the Macanal-1X well (36,110 ppm H2), indicate potential for low-cost, emission-free, naturally occurring hydrogen. The government is developing a regulatory framework for exploration.

China’s main source of energy is (still) coal, which provides over 60% of power generation. However, it is simultaneously the world leader in renewable energy installation. China has installed more solar and wind capacity than the rest of the world combined. In 2024, 356 gigawatts (GW) of non-hydro renewable capacity was added, with 277 GW from solar alone. China is the world’s largest oil importer, and natural gas is the fastest-growing fuel.

China is also rapidly scaling up green hydrogen to achieve carbon neutrality, targeting 100-130 million tons of annual demand by 2060. It is the world’s largest hydrogen producer and consumer. Large-scale projects are underway, including the integrated green hydrogen-ammonia-methanol project in Jilin province, which aims to produce 45,000 tons of green hydrogen annually. China houses six of the top 10 global electrolyzer manufacturers.

In December 2024, Sinopec completed construction of China’s first factory-scale research project for producing green hydrogen directly from seawater at its Qingdao Refinery in Shandong Province. This breakthrough technology bypasses the traditional need for freshwater desalination.

The Rizhao Project (Dec 2025) is a world-first facility that produces both fresh water and green hydrogen as a byproduct using low-grade waste heat.

Testing of direct seawater electrolysis has also been conducted on offshore wind turbine platforms in Fujian and Guangdong provinces.

Chad is a landlocked country in Africa; therefore, it cannot produce green hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater. As of 2026, white hydrogen deposits have not been found in Chad.

The Central African Republic is a landlocked country; therefore, it cannot produce green hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater.

Canada’s energy sources are diverse. Hydroelectric accounts for approximately 60% of electric generation in British Columbia, Manitoba, Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador. Nuclear power (13-15% of electricity) is concentrated in Ontario. Natural gas and fossil fuels (approximately 15-18% of electricity) is primarily used in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and in other provinces. Wind is the fastest-growing renewable source, particularly in Quebec and Ontario. As of 2026 there is no information indicating that Canada is producing green hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater.