What is energy transition in Mozambique?

Energy transitions in Mozambique 5.1. Justice and off-grid innovation In Mozambique, the development of new energy resources, infrastructures, and technologies is shaped by networks operating through and beyond the state, while maintaining the political-economic power imbalances guiding energy system development (cf. ).

How does EDM affect Mozambique's electricity grid?

In sum, the expansion of Mozambique’s electricity grid is conditioned by a history of fragmented distribution. EDM has yet to address substantive spatial, social and environmental inequalities that are deeply ingrained in the way that EDM operates the electricity grid.

Why does Mozambique have a solar plant?

Mocuba's solar plant demonstrates the rising importance of energy transitions in Mozambique. First, renewable technologies have become a means to harness the development opportunities of the green economy, attracting international investors to Mozambique - from Norway and Dubai to China.

How much money will Scatec Solar invest in Mozambique?

An agreement between Mozambique's national electricity company (Electricidade de Moçambique, E.P., or simply EDM) and the Norwegian energy producer Scatec Solar has made it possible the investment of US$76 million of which 55 million will come from the International Finance Corporation (ICF) and the rest from EDM .

Will Mozambique get a photovoltaic power extension in Zambezia?

Introduction In June 2017, Mozambique received the news of the construction of a 40.5 MW photovoltaic power extension in the Mocuba district, in Zambezia. Zambezia is one of the provinces with the lowest rates of electricity access in the country, around 10% against a national average of 22% .

How did the Mozambican financial crisis affect fuel consumption?

For example, the 2016 Mozambican financial crisis, linked to a government debt scandal, affected charcoal distribution and consumption through an increase in petrol prices in September 2016 which increased distributional costs leading to a heightened sense of fuel poverty.