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How many wind turbines are there in the Seychelles?

Masdar developed and delivered the first large-scale renewable energy project in the Seychelles. Owned and operated by the Seychelles government, the project consists of eight wind turbines across two small islands off the coast of Mahe - five turbines on Romainville Island and three at Ile du Port.

Where are the solar power plants located in the Seychelles?

The facilities include the 5 MW solar PV plant located in Ile de Romainville, a 3.3 MWh energy storage system located on Mahé, and a 33kV system that allows for the safe and stable supply of electricity from the PV power plant to the main island of Mahé which, further, increases the resilience of the national grid of the Seychelles.

How is the Seychelles energy project financed?

The project is a major step toward meeting the Seychelles’ target of producing 15 percent of its energy from renewable sources by 2030. It was financed through a grant of US$28 million from the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, a government entity that enhances living standards in developing nations.

Who built the Seychelles wind farm?

Unison Company, a South Korean manufacturer and contractor, supplied the 750-kilowatt turbines. Before the wind farm began operations, the Seychelles depended entirely on imported fossil fuels to generate energy.