In Zambia, approximately 58.0 percent of the land is suitable for sustainably growing energy crops, which include soya beans, sugarcane, cassava and sunflower. Biomass residues and waste, for use as energy sources are also available in significant amounts.
What is Zambia’s bioenergy potential?
As regards Zambia’s bioenergy potential, it’s significance can be seen from the abundant agricultural and forestry biomass resources. In Zambia, approximately 58.0 percent of the land is suitable for sustainably growing energy crops, which include soya beans, sugarcane, cassava and sunflower.
Who buys power in Zambia?
ZESCO buys power from Independent Power Producers in Zambia and is involved in generation, transmission and distribution of power. Other key players are responsible for transmission and supply of electricity to major end use customers, mainly mining customers.
Why is Zambia importing fuel?
Generally Zambia has been importing fuel to meet its national consumption. Traditionally, the importation comprised two modes; namely petroleum feedstock and finished petroleum products until November 2021 when Government announced reforms to restructure the petroleum sub-sector.