Kamoa-Kakula mine in DRC targets 347 MW in electricity demand by 2028
Ivanhoe Mines expects a 67% increase in electricity consumption at its copper mine in DRC, supported by new hydroelectric, solar and imported supply sources.
| Sector | Énergie Marine & Hydraulique, Hydroélectricité |
|---|---|
| Theme | Industrie & Exécution, Innovation & Transformation, Stratégie d'entreprise |
Ivanhoe Mines has revised upward its electricity consumption forecasts for the Kamoa-Kakula copper complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). According to a statement released in late November, the site’s demand will reach 347 megawatts (MW) by December 2028, up from 208 MW projected for December 2025. The complex is operated by Kamoa Copper SA, a joint venture between Ivanhoe Mines, Zijin Mining Group and the Congolese government.
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