Use of solar energy in homes Papua New Guinea

To bring electricity to Rhoda and others in her community, UNOPS is working with the Australian Government and the government of Papua New Guinea, to deliver clean and sustainable energy to the residents of Telefomin. Under the off-grid rural electrification project, residents receive solar panel kits – ushering in a new era of possibilities. To bring electricity to Rhoda and others in her community, UNOPS is working with the Australian Government and the government of Papua New Guinea, to deliver clean and sustainable energy to the residents of Telefomin. Under the off-grid rural electrification project, residents receive solar panel kits – ushering in a new era of possibilities. based hydro mini-grids, solar home systems and grid extension. Moreover this increased access contributed to significant progress in terms of income generation, education and agricultural production and a less significant improvement in health outcomes. PNG is one of the most culturally and geographically diverse countries in the world. The collaboration between the islander villages and Namkoo Solar resulted in the successful construction of a 700 kW solar energy installation, providing reliable electricity to the previously underserved communities. Despite facing formidable challenges, the dedication of the islanders and the expertise of Namkoo Solar's engineers ensured the . What progress has solar energy made in Papua New Guinea and what is its potential, particularly for business? Christian Lohberger, President and founder of the Solar Energy Association of PNG and co-founder of Astra Solar Ltd, shares his views with Business Advantage PNG. Currently only 20% of residents in PNG are connect to electricity with the government’s being 70% of the population by 2030, which was bolstered late last year during the signing of an agreement to establish the 5 MW East New Britain solar farm and storage project on 10 hectares at Wairiki.