What is the price of solar power generation and energy storage in Vanuatu

How much does electricity cost in Vanuatu?

The country's population of around 599,000 suffer from frequent power outages and very expensive electricity costs. Diesel power is the most type of energy used in the country, which results in costs as high as one US dollar per kilowatt hour. In the Soloman Island's distant neighbor of Vanuatu, things are not much better.

How can Vanuatu benefit from solar power?

With this project, 17,000 households throughout Vanuatu will be supported to access non grid, renewable electricity through solar. With low population densities and large distances between communities, a key challenge for the project has been providing access to electricity in a way that is cost effective and efficient.

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).

Who regulates water and electricity in Vanuatu?

The URA is the independent economic regulator for water and electricity services in Vanuatu, established by the URA Act no. 11 of 2007 with amendments. As part of its functions, the Commission is monitoring the provision of electricity and water by utility companies and public services, promoting access and the long term interest of the customers.