What is the Palau solar battery project?

The Palau Solar Battery Project will be the largest such project in the Western Pacific. It will lessen Palau’s imported fuel dependency, a major step towards its ambitious goal of 100%.

Does Palau have a microgrid project?

The Republic of Palau has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Engie Electro Power Systems (EPS) for a 100MW microgrid project. The project, called Armonia, is reportedly the largest microgrid in the world to access affordable and reliable clean energy.

Does Palau need a solar power station?

The output of the solar power station is expected to exceed 45% of Palau’s total demand. The island country committed under the Paris Agreement to a 45% renewable energy target by 2025 and a 22% reduction in its energy sector emissions below 2005 levels.

Where is Palau's first solar power plant located?

We’re proud to have supported the establishment of Palau’s first utility-scale solar power plant at Ngatpang on Babeldaob. energy storage system, was undertaken by Solar Pacific Pristine Power, a privately owned company.

Does Palau rely on fossil fuels?

As a small island developing state, the Republic of Palau sought to wean itself off its dependence on fossil fuel for power, which accounts for 99.7% of the country’s power generation. To address this issue, Palau invited Solar Pacific Energy Corporation (SPEC), Alternergy’s solar developer, to develop a clean, renewable energy source.

What will Palau's solar PV project do?

The project, which is also Palau’s first grid-scale solar PV plant, will contribute significantly to the country’s nationally self-determined contribution to meeting global climate targets as agreed in the Paris Accord. These include reaching 35% renewable energy, and reducing energy sector emissions to 22% below 2005 levels, by 2025.