Republic of the Congo

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, … Continue reading

Democratic Republic of the Congo

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 … Continue reading

Comoros

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 … Continue reading

Colombia

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 … Continue reading

China

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 … Continue reading

Canada

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 … Continue reading

Cameroon

Cameroon’s main source of electricity is hydropower. Natural gas and oil make up remaining electricity generation. There is significant untapped potential for solar and wind, particularly in the northern regions. As of 2026 there is no indication that the country is producing green hydrogen from electrolysis of seawater.

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