Solomon Islands europe for solar energy

What is the Solomon Islands energy project?

The project will support the Solomon Islands government to boost renewable energy generation and increase access to grid-supplied electricity, while reducing reliance on expensive, imported fossil fuels.

How many Solomon Islanders will benefit from solar energy?

WASHINGTON D.C., July 5, 2018 – More than 9,300 Solomon Islanders will benefit from new or improved electricity services, including renewable energy sources such as solar, through a new project approved today by the World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors.

How much electricity does the Solomon Islands produce?

The Solomon Islands produce a total of 103 m kWh of electric energy per year. Per capita, this is an average of 135 kWh. The country can completely be self-sufficient with domestically produced energy, as their total production meets 108 percent of their own requirements.

How many solar homes are there in the Solomon Islands?

“Solomon Islands currently has one of the lowest levels of access to electricity in the region, with over 85% of the population of Solomon Islands still without access to electricity and for this project alone, we received over 6,000 applications to obtain only 2,000 solar home systems,” said Mr Aimaea.

Why is access to energy important in the Solomon Islands?

“Access to energy is very important to increase the quality of life of Solomon Islanders and for the development of businesses,” said Bradley Tovosia, Solomon Islands’ Minister of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification.

What is the Asian Development Bank doing in Solomon Islands?

The Asian Development Bank is working in partnership with the Government of Solomon Islands and Solomon Power to convert electricity networks in five provinces almost entirely to solar power. This project involves the Asian Development Bank in putting a grid-connected solar power plant into operation by SIEA.