ENERGY

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The Energy Project constitutes a first step toward a full restructuring of CAR's energy sector. As such, the project supports the introduction of a number of immediate reforms as well as preparatory work for reforms to be implemented in the future. The project is comprised of seven main components : (i) the construction of a storage dam on the M'Bali river, including civil works, resettlement of area population, as well as implementation of an environmental protection program; (ii) an expansion of diesel generation in Bangui and the rehabilitation of Enerca's (Energie Centrafricaine) main power system facilities; (iii) institutional strengthening of Enerca, including investments in its general facilities; and (iv) technical assistance to Enerca and MEM (Ministry of Energy, Mines, Geology and Hydrology OPEC). Further to this, the project will also finance : (v) training of Enerca administrative and technical staff; (vi) a petroleum exploration action plan; and (vii) tariff and pricing/distribution studies and the preparation of a power generation/transmission development plan.