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How much energy does Niger have?

Niger is rather well endowed with energy resources; its recoverable reserves of uranium are the 6th largest in the world, at 315 kt in 2020 (at less than US$260/kgU), while its coal and oil reserves reached 6 Mt and 20 Mt, respectively, at the end of 2020. Its hydroelectric potential of 280 MW has not yet been developed.

What type of electricity is used in Niger?

Renewable electricity here is the sum of hydropower, wind, solar, geothermal, modern biomass and wave and tidal power. Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Niger: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power?

Will Niger reach 750 MW by 2035?

Niger aims to reach an installed capacity of 750 MW by 2030 and an electrification rate of 100% by 2035. In the long run, the country plans to fully open its power sector to private investors. Nigelec dominates the power sector; its concession for the public service of electricity was extended until 2043.

Will NIGELEC open its power sector to private investors?

In the long run, the country plans to fully open its power sector to private investors. Nigelec dominates the power sector; its concession for the public service of electricity was extended until 2043. The Cominak uranium mine, operated by Orano, was shut down in 2021.