@area_eng · Post #95 · 03/20/2025, 05:40 PM
Ivory Coast bets on nuclear energy for energy security Ivory Coast plans to develop nuclear energy to cope with growing demand for electricity, which is increasing by 10% annually. At a seminar in Abidjan, the country's authorities considered small modular reactors (SMRs) as a promising low-carbon energy source. According to the master plan for 2022-2040, Ivory Coast intends to increase its installed capacity and bring the share of renewable sources to 45%. However, to implement the nuclear program, the country will need to attract private investment and develop a strict regulatory framework. Analysts note that interest in nuclear energy in Africa is growing, especially against the backdrop of the active participation of Russia, China and the United States, which are promoting their technologies in the region. For Ivory Coast, this could be a step towards energy independence, but success will depend on the ability to attract financing and ensure the safety of projects. #AREA#Russia#Africa#IvoryCoast#energy