Is East Timor interested in solar power?

East Timor President José Ramos-Horta told The Associated Press in an interview in Dili last week that his country is interested in exploring various types of renewable energy sources, including wind, sea and especially solar power. “We have plenty of sun,” he said, adding that the cost of solar technology continues to fall.

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.

Does East Timor have electricity?

Access to electricity is a modern development for many of East Timor’s 1.3 million people, after much of the country’s infrastructure was razed by Indonesian forces during the war for independence. Recovery was slow after East Timor gained formal independence in 2002.

Will Timor-Leste switch from diesel to gas?

Its state-owned electric company, Eletricidade de Timor-Leste, updated its strategic development plan to switch from diesel to gas for fuel, while aiming for renewables to provide up to 50% of the country’s energy mix by 2030. ◆ Stay up to date with similar stories by signing up to our WhatsApp channel.

What percentage of East Timor families rely on farming?

Seventy percent of families rely on farming for their livelihoods, according to a report by the World Bank and ADB. A solar panel is seen next to an East Timor national flag in Dili, East Timor, Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Firdia Lisnawati)