Although nearly all households in the Cook Islands are connected to grid electricity, only 5.5% of households have additional solar photovoltaic systems installed, and 1% use small diesel generators. Several actions have taken place throughout the islands to increase the uptake of renewable energy.
[pdf] The Cook Islands in the Pacific will host a 5.6MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage system for the integration of renewables, in a project funded by the Asian Development Bank, European Union and Global Environmental Fund.
[pdf] The solar power plant in Tulagi has been commissioned in September 2023. Commissioning of the power plants in Kirakira, Malu'u and Munda is expected in Q3 2024, while Lata is expected to be commissioned in Q4 2024. A consultant has been recruited to undertake the training program.
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