Which energy sources are used in Rwanda?

In Rwanda, which is endowed with a variety of clean energy sources (i.e. hydroelectric, solar power, biogas and geothermal), around 85 percent of households rely on traditional biomass for cooking and heating needs (Ministry of Infrastructure, 2015a).

What impact does Rwanda's Energy Transition have on households?

The impact of this transition reaches far beyond individual households. In the context of Rwanda's commitment to clean energy, the government has set forth policies to promote renewable solutions and energy efficiency.

Why do Rwandan households use electricity?

This could be due to the fact that most Rwandan households use electricity for lighting purpose, but the number of household members is not necessarily linked to the lamps to light. Importantly, Table A1 indicates that any increase in household energy expenditures are strongly associated to increase electricity demand.

How does the Integrated Household Living Conditions Survey of Rwanda explain energy demand?

In this study, we use the Fifth round of the Integrated Household Living Conditions Survey of Rwanda (EICV5), conducted within 2016/2017 by NISR to explain household energy demand in the country. From various empirical specifications, the study reveals different energy Engel Curves of the four energy types under study.

How to reduce energy consumption in Rwanda?

Derive Energy Engel curves of electricity, charcoal, biomass, and others in Rwanda. Find significant gaps in energy consumption between rural and urban households. Decarbonize energy sector with affordable energy sources may reduce the biomass use.

How much energy does Rwanda generate?

Hydroelectric leads the generation capacity with 98 MW while Solar generates 12 MW of the total energy composition for Rwanda. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) (2017), Rwanda's national electrification rate is estimated at 30 percent, with only 12 percent in rural areas.