Vanuatu hybrid micro grid

Will a new solar micro-grid change Vanuatu's future?

On the remote island of Malekula, a new solar micro-grid is changing the lives of over 2,800 people -- boosting local development while contributing to Vanuatu’s sector-specific target of transitioning to close to 100 percent renewable energy in the electricity sector by 2030.

What is a micro-grid in Vanuatu?

Launched in September in the communities of Wintua and Lorlow, the micro-grid is Vanuatu’s first-ever community-run power system: members of the communities own and manage it. This keeps energy costs low as there are no external operation costs or profit margin are usually incorporated into an electricity fee and passed onto consumers.

Is a hybrid solar and hydropower minigrid transforming life in Loltong?

In the village of Loltong on the island of Pentecost, the recent deployment of a hybrid solar and hydropower minigrid has transformed life for its 300 residents. Previously, Loltong suffered from an almost complete lack of reliable power.

How can a micro-grid power station be sustainable?

A well-structured maintenance plan, based on community capacity building by the local energy service company, will ensure the sustainability of the micro-grid power station. This project is aligned to the Government of Vanuatu’s National Energy Road Map for increasing the energy access for rural communities in Vanuatu.