How will Tonga move away from fossil fuels?

This project aims to help Tonga move away from fossil fuels and shift to renewables. The project will deliver utility-scale storage systems to provide base load response and grid stability, paving the way for more renewable energy integration in the main island, while green mini-grids will be installed in the outer islands.

Will Tonga be able to get 50% of its electricity from renewable sources?

Despite the setbacks, Dr Eke remains optimistic that Tonga Power Ltd. will be able to achieve its objective for Tonga to have 50% of its electricity need from renewable sources by late 2021 or mid 2022. The Tonga Energy Road Map 2010-2020 is for the main islands of Tongatapu, ‘Eua, Ha’apai and Vava’u.

How much energy does Tonga generate?

It accounts for 90 percent of its electricity generation. The Government of Tonga has formulated targets to transform its energy sector by achieving a 50 percent share of renewables in the country’s energy generation mix by 2020 and 70 percent by 2030.

What will Tonga's electricity future look like in the next 5 years?

Electricity consumers in Tonga can expect better value-for-money, cleaner and more resilient and reliable electricity services in the next five years.

How will Tonga's New Energy Park work?

The project will be delivered in two phases — the first will begin later this year and will be a two-megawatt park, which will generate enough power for close to 3,000 homes. Once the entire 10-megawatt project is complete, it is expected to provide half of Tonga's energy and cut emissions by 20 per cent.

How can Tonga transform its energy sector?

The Government of Tonga has formulated targets to transform its energy sector by achieving a 50 percent share of renewables in the country’s energy generation mix by 2020 and 70 percent by 2030. However, achieving these targets require catalytic investments to transform the country’s energy infrastructure.