What is the energy demand in Fiji?

The energy demand in Fiji is steadily increasing, driven by population growth, economic development, and a push toward industrialisation. Urban centres such as Suva and Nadi account for the majority of energy consumption, while rural areas often depend on decentralised and off-grid solutions.

Why does Fiji rely on fossil fuels?

Fiji's national energy production and consumption remains highly dependent on imported fossil fuels, due to the current demands of the transport sector and the ongoing relience on thermal power plants to suppliment renewable energy sources within electricity sector.

How does Fiji support energy development?

financial flows for Fiji’s energy development. Through engagement with new and emerging blended financing facilities, capital markets, and support of specialist renewable energy operators, DOE, DOT, the Ministry of Economy and its Climate Change and International Cooperation Division, Fiji Development Bank, FCCC, Investment Fiji and others will

Where does Fiji use the most energy?

Urban centres such as Suva and Nadi account for the majority of energy consumption, while rural areas often depend on decentralised and off-grid solutions. The Fijian government has set a bold target to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2036, as outlined in the National Energy Policy (NEP).

Why is Fiji reshaping its energy sector?

and evolving energy demand and supply scenarios. While this is no easy task, Fiji is blessed with abundant indigenous forms of renewable energy and is in the process of scaling up efforts to reshape its energy sector to address and satisfy c

Why is Fiji's energy sector a long-term priority?

s has never been greater. .Executive SummaryThe resilient development and diversification of Fiji’s energy sector is a long-term priority for the Fijian Government due in part to rising national energy demand, volatile oil prices, ageing energy infrastructure, and the intensifying impact of climate change and disaster events on Fiji’s