Who is Island Solar?

Island Solar is a company based in Nassau, Bahamas that specializes in installing solar electric (photovoltaic) systems. They focus on commercial systems ranging from 50 kW to multi-megawatt utility scale systems, ensuring safety, high quality, and code compliance.

What is the focus of Island Solar?

Island Solar is based in Nassau, Bahamas and is committed to installing safe, high quality, code compliant and long lasting solar electric (photovoltaic) systems in the Bahamas and across the Caribbean.

Could solar power be a good investment in the Pacific Islands?

The low cost of solar panels presents an opportunity for investing in solar energy across the Pacific Islands, giving governments in the region a way to curb inflation and promote energy independence. Connecting remote communities to a centralized power grid could be challenging and costly.

Is solar a good option for the island's energy mix?

"We're constantly looking for opportunities to diversify but do so cost-effectively and we think solar has a very important role to play as well as off-shore wind," Mr Ambler said. Deputy Steve Luce, Environment Minister, said: "Low carbon energy will be critical to the island's energy mix in the future.

How many solar panels are on St Clement's Island?

The 11 acre site consists of nearly 7,500 panels and is expected to power 14% of St Clement's homes. Jersey Electricity's chief executive Chris Ambler said the array was a "very significant achievement" and was important for the island's energy independence.

Are solar panels a good investment in the Solomon Islands?

In the Solomon Islands, the consumption of electricity per capita is so low – approximately 160 times less than the average used in the top ten countries – that just a few solar panels for a household can be life-changing.