Solomon Islands micro power system

What is a hydropower facility in Solomon Islands?

A hydropower facility to transit power system in Solomon Islands from diesel generated to clean and renewable energy. Universal grid-connected electricity supply is a major challenge across the 90 Solomon Island’s inhabited islands.

Can micro-hydro power the Solomon Islands?

However, only nine systems exist, and of these only six have proven reliable. It is suggested micro-hydro has the potential to supply the significant bulk of Solomon Islands’ electricity needs.

Does Solomon Island have a grid-connected electricity supply?

Universal grid-connected electricity supply is a major challenge across the 90 Solomon Island’s inhabited islands. The electrification rate is only around 45%, and many rural areas served by small PV panels, whilst the state-owned power utility SIEA is almost entirely dependent upon diesel generators for supply to the capital.

What is the power generation capacity of Solomon Islands?

The power generating capacity of the Solomon Islands is currently 10.2 MW, which is equal to its peak load capacity. One mining company in the Solomon Islands generates its own electricity with a power capacity of 11 MW and a peak load of 8 – 9 MW.

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 will trhdp benefit the Solomon Islands?

It will lower the cost of electricity supply, and diversify generation capacity towards clean, renewable sources. TRHDP will provide the Solomon Islands with reservoir capacity, giving flexibility to the power system to enable higher penetration of PV power without the need for large and expensive energy storage or diesel generators.