Car manufacturing energy storage power station in the Democratic Republic of Congo

It also highlights the potential for increased engagement with the Congolese government to promote global trade of these valuable resources. As the EV and battery storage industries grow, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has predicted that total demand for lithium will rise by close to 90% by 2040.

Photo: Unsplash The DRC plays a key role in the electric vehicle industry, supplying crucial minerals while facing labor and economic challenges.

The government's vision is to increase the service level to 32 percent by 2030. Lack of access to modern electricity services impairs the health, education, and income-generating potential of millions of Congolese people. Most power generation development is directed and funded by mining companies seeking to power their facilities.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is currently experiencing a general energy crisis due to the lack of proper investment and management in the energy sector. Some 93.6% of the country is highly dependent on wood fuel as main source of energy, which is having severe impacts such as deforestation and general degradation of the environment.

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