Who manages the electricity sector in the Solomon Islands?

I Policy details The electricity sector is managed by the government-owned company, the Solomon Islands Electricity Authority (SIEA). SIEA is totally dependent on diesel for power generation; 80% of energy is produced for Honiara while 20% is for outstations in eight provincial centres. SIEA has a total of 14,000 customers in 2013.

What is Solomon Islands national energy policy 2014 5?

Solomon Islands National Energy Policy 2014 5 in understanding the different energy needs of men, women, and children, as well as in recognising the ability to pay for, operate and maintain the energy services.

How many sub-sectors are there in the Solomon Islands energy sector?

2.5 Energy sub sectors The Solomon Islands energy sector is divided into six sub-sectors (thematic areas) that have been identified as important.

Why is energy important in the Solomon Islands?

Energy is included in the Solomon Islands National Infrastructure Investment Plan and the National Development Strategy as being integral and important for achieving the goals they have set. Energy is a key driver of economic growth, social development and improvement in the livelihood of communities.

Is expensive power holding back Solomon Islands' Development?

Solomon Islands MP Peter Kenilorea Junior says expensive power is holding back Solomon Islands' development. (ABC News: Luke Bowden) Mr Kenilorea, an opposition MP and outspoken critic of the Sogavare government, says the impacts of the high costs of power are "massive".

Is expensive power a roadblock in Solomon Islands' economic growth?

For Solomon Islands' MP Peter Kenilorea, it is a major roadblock in the country's economic growth and "not something to be proud of". Solomon Islands MP Peter Kenilorea Junior says expensive power is holding back Solomon Islands' development. (ABC News: Luke Bowden)