4 FAQs about Fiji energy storage project expansion project

How can Fiji improve energy security?

Currently hydro power accounts for a large proportion of Fiji's renewable energy generating. However, scaling up other renewable energy technologies, such as solar, would diversify state's energy mix and thereby help improve energy security.

What are the development projects in Fiji?

Several development projects in Fiji are being facilitated to address poverty and other issues in the country. The Community Youth Empowerment Project is an initiative by the Peace Corps. This program focuses on promoting behavior change and empowering youth to live more productive lives.

Will Fiji be able to reduce emissions by 2030?

Includes a commitment to a 40 percent reduction in transport sector emissions by 2030. Fiji already has substantial renewable energy generation. Additional integration of variable renewable energy resources, such as solar and wind, would require a grid capable of managing real-time fluctuations in supply and demand caused by these technologies.

What are some examples of potential studies in Fiji?

Examples of potential studies are provided below. The Government of Fiji is committed to the substantial legal and regulatory reforms required to bring more renewable energy into electricity generation. Examples of proposed reforms are provided below.

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