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Why is the power supply in the Solomon Islands so volatile?

Currently, most of the power in the Solomon Islands is dependent on diesel generated power which uses imported fuel. This volatile energy supply structure is susceptible to soaring fuel prices, and the people want it to be rectified as soon as possible.

Is power in Solomon Islands too expensive?

Peter Bae says power in Solomon Islands is too expensive. (ABC News) Peter Bae has a full-time job in finance. He earns a decent wage — above the average in his home country Solomon Islands.

What is Solomon power's capital expansion programme?

With a capital expansion programme of over SBD1 billion, Solomon Power strives to develop and implement its planned capital and infrastructure projects over the next five years that will support its mission to provide a safe, reliable and affordable supply of electricity to the Solomon Islands.

Is expensive power a roadblock in Solomon Islands' economic growth?

For Solomon Islands' MP Peter Kenilorea, it is a major roadblock in the country's economic growth and "not something to be proud of". Solomon Islands MP Peter Kenilorea Junior says expensive power is holding back Solomon Islands' development. (ABC News: Luke Bowden)

What percentage of Solomon Islanders have access to power?

On top of the cost, according to advocacy groups only about 15 to 20 per cent of Solomon Islanders have access to power. For Solomon Islands' MP Peter Kenilorea, it is a major roadblock in the country's economic growth and "not something to be proud of".

Is the summit a step towards sustainable transformation in Solomon Islands?

Prime Minister Manele when delivering the keynote address, believes the Summit is a significant step towards “Shaping the Future: Sustainable Transformation through Innovative Transitioning of Sustainable Energy Pathways in Solomon Islands for a Secure Energy Sector”.