Maldives’ solar ambitions stall due to politics, financing, “restructuring”
25 Feb 2013, 6:51 PM
Leah Malone
Private companies and international actors are leading renewable energy implementation in the Maldives while the government “prepares” for various solar power projects.
Renewable Energy Maldives (REM) is working with approximately 25 islands, various resorts nationwide, and international actors to develop renewable energy systems and improve energy efficiency.
This private company connected solar photovoltaic (PV) panels generating 752 kilowatts (kW) to the power grid in 2012, Renewable Energy Maldives Managing Director Ibrahim Nasheed told Minivan News.
“Essentially, we are doing the [renewable energy development] work despite the government.
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