What is the energy access project in Vanuatu?

The project will assist Vanuatu install hydropower generation to replace diesel generation in Malekula and will extend the distribution grid in both Malekula and Espiritu Santo. Project preparatory technical assistance was used in project preparation. Energy Access Project: Audited Project Financial Statements (January-December 2021)

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.

How has re-sat impacted Vanuatu?

The impact that RE-SAT has had in Vanuatu is the ability to explore potential scenarios to achieve their ambitious renewable energy targets of 100% by 2030. RE-SAT is currently used to identify potential sites for the next 5 MWp solar PV projects to be constructed in the next 2 to 3 years.

What is the impact of low access to electricity in Vanuatu?

Project preparatory technical assistance was used in project preparation. Access to electricity nationwide in Vanuatu is low (33%), however drops even further in rural areas. Low access to reliable, affordable electricity has negative impact on the livelihoods of households, particularly rural households.

When will the commercial ready platform be available to Vanuatu?

The commercial ready platform (version 2) was successfully launched in Vanuatu in July 2021 during our final training workshop (due to the pandemic this took place online). A session to discuss the way forward of how the platform would be made available to Vanuatu after the funded project ends was also included.

How many solar installations are there in efaté (Vanuatu)?

The total installed capacity is 6042 kW, generated by 5 solar PV installations and 1 on-shore wind farm (installed in 4 phases). This configuration of installations was run through 3 simulated weather years to capture year on year variability. Figure 23: Existing wind and solar installations in Efaté (Vanuatu) as of 2021.