Vanuatu esource energy

How diverse is Vanuatu's primary energy supply?

The ability to assess the diversity of Vanuatu’s primary energy supply is limited because much of the supply comes from biomass, where there is a lack of recent and accurate data. Given this, the assessment below focuses on the mix of sources used for electricity generation.

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.

Why is Vanuatu developing alternative fuels for generating electricity?

This growth is encouraging as it provides confidence that Vanuatu is developing alternatives to diesel for generating electricity. This will reduce reliance on a single fuel (and the related risks to affordability) as well as achieve renewable energy targets for sustainability purposes.

Does Vanuatu have a good solar energy resource?

Vanuatu generally has a good solar energy resource for all islands. Vanuatu’s Meteorological Services has collected solar insolation data at several sites for many years using high-quality pyranometers.

How can Vanuatu be sustainable?

To be sustainable, and to achieve the overall NERM vision, Vanuatu’s energy supply and energy infrastructure must be safe for humans and the environment. They must also promote Vanuatu’s broader social and environmental objectives as set out in the NSDP.

Why does Vanuatu have a low electricity price?

Due to Vanuatu’s reliance on imported fossil fuels, international fuel prices largely determine the affordability of electricity and transport energy in Vanuatu. For instance, the decrease in the price of diesel fuel at the end of 2014 led to an 11 percent drop in the electricity price (Vt53.77 in November 2014 to Vt47.82 in March 2015).