Maputo Integrated Energy Station Site Distribution

Where does Maputo's electricity come from?

Over 50% of the total electricity demand is originating from the capital area Maputo and the surrounding southern part of the country, while only around 20%2) of the population is living in this area. Hydropower represents the lion’s share of the installed capacity mix at 79%, followed by natural gas at 16%.

What is the optimal power system expansion plan for Mozambique?

The optimal power system expansion plan if wind and solar capacity are allowed to triple to reach almost 3 GW by 2032. Currently, the power system of Mozambique is separated into two transmission networks isolated from one another: the Central-Northern and Southern systems. Over 50% of the annual power demand is seen in the Southern system.

What is Maputo & Temane's power transmission line?

The construction phase of the power transmission line between Maputo and Temane, with a length of more than 500 kilometres and a capacity of 400 kilovolts (kV), has been completed. The infrastructure is classified as a significant undertaking for Mozambique, representing an investment of 3.7 billion meticals (60 million dollars).

Will Mozambique build a hydro power plant in 2024?

It also plans for 900 MW of baseload gas projects to be built from 2022 to 2032, including the 450 MW Temane gas power plant expected for delivery in 2024. Since Mozambique has high hydro power potential, the country is focusing on developing large hydro projects that aim to be operational at the beginning of 2030’s.