How much does electricity cost in Solomon Islands?

Not only is energy in the country unreliable, it is expensive. Energy in Solomon Islands costs an average of US$0.58 per kilowatt hour. At this price, a family in Honiara using 250 watts for 8 hours a day would have to pay over US$1 a day for electricity.

Where is Solomon power constructing a mini hybrid outstation?

Hybrid Generation systems in Seghe and Taro This project commenced in late 2015 to construct two new mini hybrid outstations. This is the first time in 31 years that Solomon Power is constructing a new outstation the last one being in Malu’u.

Is Solomon power constructing a new outstation in malu'u?

This is the first time in 31 years that Solomon Power is constructing a new outstation the last one being in Malu’u. The scope includes solar panels, battery storage system, back up diesel generator and 415 V distribution network to connect about 200 customers at each of these sites in Western Province and Choiseul Province.

What is Solomon power's capital expansion programme?

With a capital expansion programme of over SBD1 billion, Solomon Power strives to develop and implement its planned capital and infrastructure projects over the next five years that will support its mission to provide a safe, reliable and affordable supply of electricity to the Solomon Islands.

What is Solomon Island's Open Week?

The open week, designed to inform Solomon Islanders about the generation, distribution, and fee collection for electricity in the country, was launched by the Minister of Energy, Mines and Rural Electrification, Hon. David Day Pacha.