Studies
Rural electrification. Information systems N/A
Least Cost Geospatial Electrification Options Analysis for Grid and Off-Grid Rollout
| Country : | Congo |
| Client : | World Bank |
| Start Date : | 2019-03-22 |
| Completion Date : | 2019-09-21 |
| Value of services : | 76 200 EUROS |
| Funder : | World Bank |
| Associate/Partner : | N/A |
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| Description : |
IED was mandated to carry out a synoptic geospatial analysis of the electrification solutions to lower cost in Congo-Brazzaville.In order to serve as a basis for dialogue between the Congolese Government, the World Bank and other donors with a view to promoting universal access to electricity. The goal of this synoptic geospatial analysis is: 1 / Modeling different electrification options at lower cost; specifying the distribution terms and appropriate technology choices for network and off-grid solutions; 2 / Identify the sectoral financial needs by analyzing the operating costs and the investments necessary for the profitability of the projects, 3 / Provide a solid strategic basis for deploying network or off-grid connection programs throughout the country, focusing on renewable energy sources. |
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| Description of the Actual Services Provided | The methodology applied by IED follows the following steps: 1 / Data collection and preparation of a GIS database; 2 / Definition of criteria, constraints and parameters of the analysis; 3 / Conducting a synoptic analysis of low-cost electrification solutions for the extension of the national grid, isolated networks (mini-grids) and off-grid systems - use of the GEOSIM planning software for this purpose; 4 / Multi-factor sensitivity analysis; 5 / Capacity building of institutions through the definition and facilitation of practical training workshops on the geospatial approach to planning and using the GEOSIM software |