On grid solar rooftop system Cambodia

Can rooftop solar power be used in Cambodia?

Further, H.E. emphasized that “Principles for permitting the use of Rooftop Solar Power in Cambodia” will provide more clarity on the use of rooftop solar power of electricity consumers.

Why did customers start installing solar systems in Cambodia?

However, customers started installing solar systems as the global cost of solar was rapidly declining. There were cases of EDC requiring rooftop solar systems to be removed or turned off, rumours about a new regulation. In January 2018, the Cambodian Government introduced a regulation for customers installing solar.

Will Cambodia allow rooftop PV?

Cambodia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy has published a document outlining principles to permit the use of rooftop PV. The new policy replaces a monthly capacity fee for rooftop systems, with a tariff calculated based on an intricate formula. Image: Clean Energy Economy Minnesota

How long does it take to install solar power in Cambodia?

“Upon receiving a permit from Electricity Authority Cambodia, the Applicant shall commence [installing] the rooftop solar power within three months from the date of notification,” the document reads. Despite leaving many questions unanswered, Ngo Son sees the new policy as a positive development for solar in Cambodia.

Will 'principles for permitting the use of rooftop solar power' accelerate development?

The Ministry of Mines and Energy hopes that the adoption of the “Principles for permitting the use of Rooftop Solar Power in Cambodia” will accelerate the development of rooftop solar power by resolving the existing challenges. For media inquiries, contact:

Is there a new regulation for rooftop solar?

Before 2018 there was no regulation for customers wishing to install solar. However, customers started installing solar systems as the global cost of solar was rapidly declining. There were cases of EDC requiring rooftop solar systems to be removed or turned off, rumours about a new regulation.