Can solar energy replace fossil fuels on Pitcairn Island?

Pitcairn’s authorities have launched a renewable energy project designed to replace fossil fuels with solar energy. The goal is to replace 95% of the current diesel consumption on Pitcairn Island (75,000 liters per year) with a combination of energy saving and solar electricity through the installation of a hybrid photovoltaic solar energy system.

Does Pitcairn have Internet?

The dish must have a clear view of the sky – easy on Pitcairn which is an international dark sky sanctuary. Islanders were able to install and orientate the terminals themselves and the system is now up and running. Presently, all the island’s homes have internet provided by satellite, but it is costly and speeds are slow. Adamstown

Are the Pitcairn Islands Green?

Pitcairn Islands, a group of five islands with a total area of 47 km2 and which constitute one of the most remote archipelagos in the world, turn to safer, greener energies that best meet the needs of the population. Pitcairn’s authorities have launched a renewable energy project designed to replace fossil fuels with solar energy.

Is Pitcairn the world's only Dark Sky Sanctuary?

Andrea Vance - 05:00 - Nov 23 2022 Stargazing on Pitcairn – the world’s only island dark sky sanctuary – has taken on a new meaning, with a bright new mega-constellation beaming internet to residents. A tiny fleck of volcanic cliff jutting out of the vast Pacific Ocean, the island is about as far removed from the modern world as you could get.

Will Starlink make the Pitcairn Islands less isolated?

“The Starlink trial is a welcome step towards making the Pitcairn Islands less isolated. Fast and reliable Internet will make a huge difference to island life when eventually adopted in full.” Starlink helped reconnect Tonga after a volcanic eruption and tsunami in January severed the island nation’s sole fibre-optic cable.

Why is Pitcairn Building a research centre?

Pitcairn is also building a research centre for scientists visiting its marine sanctuary, who will also benefit from the new tech. Alasdair Hamilton, Deputy Governor of the Pitcairn Islands, said being able to connect easily with the outside world is vital for such a remote community.