Solomon Islands : Renewable Energy Development Project
The proposed project aims to (i) improve energy security by increasing the clean energy share in the country's energy mix, which is dominated by fossil fuel generation (over 97%); and (ii) contribute to sector reforms for better governance and public-private partnership (PPP) enabling environment in the development of renewable energy.
Project Details
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Project Officer
Abbasov, Rafayil
Sectors Group
Request for information -
Country/Economy
Solomon Islands -
Sector
- Energy
| Project Name | Renewable Energy Development Project | ||||||||
| Project Number | 57006-001 | ||||||||
| Country / Economy | Solomon Islands |
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| Project Status | Proposed | ||||||||
| Project Type / Modality of Assistance | Grant Loan |
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| Operational Priorities | OP2: Accelerating progress in gender equality OP3: Tackling climate change, building climate and disaster resilience, and enhancing environmental sustainability OP6: Strengthening governance and institutional capacity |
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| Sector / Subsector | Energy / Renewable energy generation - solar |
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| Gender | Effective gender mainstreaming | ||||||||
| Description | The proposed project aims to (i) improve energy security by increasing the clean energy share in the country's energy mix, which is dominated by fossil fuel generation (over 97%); and (ii) contribute to sector reforms for better governance and public-private partnership (PPP) enabling environment in the development of renewable energy. | ||||||||
| Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy | Solomon Islands, a small island developing state, is classified as experiencing fragile and conflict-affected situations. Electricity tariffs in Solomon Islands are among the highest in the world (over $0.75 per kilowatt-hour [kWh]), and the power supply is most vulnerable to disasters caused by natural hazards. With a generation capacity of 34 megawatt (MW), Solomon Islands Electricity Authority, trading as Solomon Power, is responsible for generation, transmission, and distribution throughout the country. All grid-connected power in the country is diesel-generated, and the share of renewable energy in the generation mix is about 3%. The high dependence on imported fossil fuel (equivalent to 6% of the gross domestic product and about 20% of total imports) imposes a significant burden on foreign exchange reserves, making the country vulnerable to energy supply disruptions and global price fluctuations. To reduce fuel dependency, the government is prioritizing investments in renewable energy for generation. Several renewable energy projects are under development by Solomon Power, including new small solar-diesel hybrid grids and modernization of hydropower plants. |
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| Impact | Energy security enhanced |
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| Outcome | Increased access to renewable energy |
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| Outputs | Clean energy generation commissioned Energy sector reforms enhanced Private sector participation in clean energy increased |
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| Geographical Location | Nation-wide | ||||||||
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| Environment | B |
| Involuntary Resettlement | C |
| Indigenous Peoples | C |
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| Responsible ADB Officer | Abbasov, Rafayil |
| Responsible ADB Department | Sectors Group |
| Responsible ADB Division | Energy Sector Office (SG-ENE) |
| Executing Agencies |
Ministry of Finance and Treasury |
| Timetable | |
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| Concept Clearance | 16 Feb 2023 |
| Fact Finding | 17 Jan 2023 to 17 Jan 2023 |
| MRM | 01 Mar 2023 |
| Approval | - |
| Last Review Mission | - |
| Last PDS Update | 20 Feb 2023 |
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| Title | Document Type | Document Date |
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| Renewable Energy Development Project: Initial Poverty and Social Analysis | Initial Poverty and Social Analysis | Feb 2023 |
Safeguard Documents See also: Safeguards
Safeguard documents provided at the time of project/facility approval may also be found in the list of linked documents provided with the Report and Recommendation of the President.
| Title | Document Type | Document Date |
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| Renewable Energy Development Project: Involuntary Resettlement Due Diligence Report | Safeguards Due Diligence Reports | Oct 2023 |
| Renewable Energy Development Project: Initial Environmental Examination | Initial Environmental Examination | Oct 2023 |
Evaluation Documents See also: Independent Evaluation
None currently available.
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Tenders
| Tender Title | Type | Status | Posting Date | Deadline |
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| Project Implementation Consultants | Firm - Consulting | Closed |
Contracts Awarded
Procurement Plan
None currently available.