Vanuatu energy storage power generation project

What is the Vanuatu energy access project?

The ADB-supported Vanuatu Energy Access Project will help construct a 400-kilowatt Brenwe hydropower plant and extend the two islands’ electricity grids to deliver sustainable, affordable power to residents and businesses.

Where does Vanuatu supply electricity?

4 Vanuatu Utilities Infrastructure supplies electricity in Luganville and Port Olry (Santo), Sola (Banks) and Talise (Maewo). 5 The Department of Energy (DoE) supplies electricity in the Tanna and Malekula concessions since mid-July 2020 and has commenced charging tariff in October of 2020.

How much money did the Vanuatu power project get?

The project began in 2017 with $15.1 funding from ADB, the Strategic Climate Fund, and the Government of Vanuatu. “The delivery of sustainable, affordable power provides exciting opportunities to improve the lives of people in these communities,” said Mr. Fay.

What will the brenwe hydropower plant do for Vanuatu?

The Brenwe hydropower plant, which is also part of the project, is on track for commissioning in April 2022. Once operational, it will deliver up to 90% of the Malekula grid’s needs, saving more than 200,000 liters of diesel per year and reducing Vanuatu’s dependence on imported fossil fuel.

Will Vanuatu continue to use the re-sat platform?

An estimate for a quote was presented to the Government of Vanuatu for continued use of the platform beyond the RE-SAT project period. “The Department of Energy is working towards achieving the goals of the National Energy Road Map (NERM) 2030, and it is timely that this project comes to fruition.

What drives sales and production in Vanuatu?

The movement of sales and production is primarily driven by customers’ consumption or demand per month. 4 Vanuatu Utilities Infrastructure supplies electricity in Luganville and Port Olry (Santo), Sola (Banks) and Talise (Maewo).