A hybrid solar–diesel–battery power system is currently being installed in B. Maalhos, aimed at improving energy reliability and grid stability while reducing the island’s dependence on diesel fuel.
The system includes 396 kilowatt-peak (kWp) of solar photovoltaic capacity alongside a 716 kilowatt-hour (kWh) Battery Energy Storage System. Once operational, the hybrid setup is expected to allow the island to rely more heavily on solar generation, with battery storage supporting supply during periods of low sunlight and helping to smooth fluctuations in power generation.
According to project estimates, the system will reduce diesel consumption by around 185,837 litres each year. This reduction is also expected to cut carbon emissions by approximately 455 tonnes annually, contributing to lower environmental impact from electricity generation on the island.
The installation forms part of broader efforts to integrate renewable energy into island grids. By combining solar generation with battery storage and existing diesel systems, the approach aims to improve reliability while gradually lowering fuel use and emissions.
