Timor-Leste wind and solar energy storage is emerging

What is the Timor-Leste solar power project?

The Project involves the construction and 25-year operation of a new power plant in Manatuto, Timor-Leste, comprising a 72 MW solar power plant co-located with a 36 MW/36 MWh battery energy storage system. This will be the country’s first full-scale renewable energy IPP project.

Why should Timor-Leste invest in solar & storage infrastructure?

José added: “The investment in Timor-Leste’s solar and storage infrastructure is transformative. It will help reduce dependence on fossil fuels while improving grid stability and energy access across the country”. José de Ponte was supported by special counsel Marnie Calli, senior associate Lisa Huynh and solicitor Jeraldine Mow.

What is the project regarding in Timor-Leste?

The project is a 3-year study to prepare a wind map of the most promising locations and to prepare a feasibility study of economically viable grid-connected and isolated wind power potential in Timor-Leste.

What is the current status of electricity in Timor-Leste?

Currently, only 20% of households in Timor-Leste have access to electricity. The Government plans to address this situation in the coming decade with a sustained program of rural electrification.

What is Timor-Leste's energy plan?

Program of the 9th Constitutional Government: The Government is committed to modernize and expand its energy system by utilizing renewable energy. Timor-Leste plans to implement 72 MW solar and 50 MW wind by 2024 and 2026 respectively. This will increase RE share in power generation from 0.2% in 2021 to 35.4% in 2030.

Will Timor-Leste have an energy policy?

The Secretariat of State for Energy Policy, responsible for this sector, has already defined an action plan and started to put it in action. A study was done, at the national level, which will allow the development of an energy policy for Timor-Leste.