Which power stations are located in Mozambique?

This article lists all the power stations located in Mozambique. / -19.155833; 33.145000 (Mavuzi Hydroelectric Power Station) / -23.872222; 32.148611 (Massingir Hydroelectric Power Station) / -19.526111; 33.493056 (Mavuzi Hydroelectric Power Station) / -25.461667; 32.005278 (Ressano Garcia Thermal Power Station)

Does Mozambique use natural gas as a transitional fuel?

GAS IN THE ENERGY TRANSITION: With the largest natural gas reserves in sub-Saharan Africa, Mozambique is also focused on utilising clean gas as a transitional fuel for its power generation sector. A giant 2-GW combined-cycle gas turbine power plant is being planned in Beluluane, near Maputo.

How many hydropower stations are there in Mozambique?

There are over 3,400 megawatts of hydropower stations in the pipeline in Mozambique, the majority planned across the Zambezi River, including the 1,500 megawatts Mphanda Nkuwa Hydroelectric Power Station and the proposed 1,245 megawatts extension to the CBHPS.

When will Mozambique's new power plant start?

Works are scheduled to start in 2024, with commissioning expected in 2031. The plant will increase Mozambique’s installed capacity by 50% and generate 8.6 TWh per year, enough to power more than 3 million homes.

How much power does Mozambique have?

As of 2019, Mozambique had 2,185 MW of installed hydroelectric generation capacity, accounting for 92 percent of total national installed capacity of 2,375 MW. The 2,075 megawatts Cahora Bassa Hydroelectric Power Station (CBHPS) across the Zambezi River, is the largest power station in Mozambique.

Why is Mozambique a major energy exporter?

Mozambique is a net exporter of energy to countries in the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) – South Africa being the largest importer. The government view energy exports as a key driver of the Mozambican economy, having passed a new electricity law that simplifies permitting and encourages IPPs activities.