The cost of damage caused by carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels in Zambia increased from 0.46% in 2009 to 1.77% in 2021. As of 2023, the southern African nation's population was estimated to be 20.6 million individuals.
Electricity distribution in South Africa reached its peak in 2018, a record high of 231 TWh.
The lowest electricity distribution was recorded in 2023, dropping to 206 TWh.
Load shedding has become a persistent challenge, with 2023 experiencing the highest number of load shedding days — 332 days in total.
Eskom applies Time-of-Use (ToU) pricing, where tariffs vary by Time of day (peak, standard, off-peak periods) and Demand season (high-demand season: June to August and Low-demand season: September to May)