Fiji elco power system

How does Fiji generate electricity?

Today, as much as 60% of Fiji’s electricity generation is derived from hydropower while remote islands and some rural areas are largely dependent on energy production powered by imported fossil fuels. The growth of Fiji’s land transport sector has been largely concentrated around growing urban centres.

Does Fiji have a good electricity sector?

Despite the political upheavals, Fiji has some degree of success in its reform in electricity sector. However, this success has not been to what it was initially planned . There is still low private sector participation in the electricity sector . Currently only two IPPs; FSC and TWIL are generating electricity to sell to grid.

How does Fiji provide access to modern energy?

The access to modern energy to rural or remote islands and villages in Fiji is made possible by external aid; namely Chinese, Japanese, US, Korean, Turkish governments, to name a few. The technologies and expertise is provided by external aid. This assists GoF to install and commission renewable energy projects.

Is Fiji introducing renewables to generate green power?

As a developing nation with its increasing energy demands, Fiji is in the process of introducing renewables to generate green power to minimize its reliance on fossil fuels and to minimize greenhouse emissions. The paper focuses on green power generation with the available renewables.

What are the responsibilities of energy institutions in Fiji?

The energy institutions in Fiji (Table 8), are responsible for energy planning, energy policy making, energy project financing, determination of energy prices (electricity tariff and fuel prices) and energy research. These institutions need to be well financed and adequately staffed to carry out its responsibilities effectively.

How will the Fijian government shape the development of Fiji's energy sector?

In shaping the development of Fiji’s energy sector, the Fijian Government will pursue strategies that seek to promote and maintain a level playing field within Fiji’s energy market where possible.