Timor-Leste solar electricity business

Is Timor-Leste a good country for solar energy?

Timor-Leste has a high-quality solar resource. The global horizontal irradiance in Dili is higher than on the east coast of Australia, where the solar market is mature and installation costs are higher. The cost of electricity in Timor-Leste for commercial and industrial consumers is high compared to ASEAN countries.

Is there a market for roof-top solar energy systems in Timor-Leste?

Australia's Market Development Facility (MDF) and ITP Renewables conducted an assessment of the potential market for roof-top solar energy systems in Timor-Leste.

How much does electricity cost in Timor-Leste?

The cost of electricity in Timor-Leste for commercial and industrial consumers is high compared to ASEAN countries. For instance, in Indonesia industrial electricity tariffs are 0.11 USD/kWh, compared to 0.24 USD/kWh in Timor-Leste.

How much energy does Timor-Leste consume?

Timor-Leste produced 0.29 quadrillion BTU (293,968,074,000 BTU) of energy, covering 3,412% of its annual energy consumption needs. Energy production and consumption in Timor-Leste comes from various sources: 0.003% from nuclear and renewable sources and 99.997% from non-renewable fossil fuel sources (petroleum and other liquids, natural gas, and coal).

Who is responsible for the electricity sector in East Timor-Leste?

Since 2002, the Government of Timor-Leste has been responsible for the administration of the electricity sector in East Timor-Leste. Responsibility was transferred from the East Timor Transitional Administration (ETTA) in August 2001. Four main laws have shaped the development of the electricity sector since 1999.

Does Timor-Leste have access to energy?

Access to energy remains a concerning challenge for many in Timor-Leste. The centralised nature of the local electricity supply chain has traditionally kept consumers reliant on the national grid to overcome chronic energy shortages.