How does Palau manage energy eficiency?

Palau initiated energy eficiency efforts to reduce governmen-tal energy use through its Energy Conservation Strategy in 2007.

Does Palau have a good power system?

The calibration model representing Palau’s current power system also confirms this dominance of fossil fuels and the low share taken by renewable energy.

Can Palau achieve a fully decarbonised power system?

This report looks in detail at Palau's current power sector and provides a pathway for achieving a fully decarbonised, least-cost power system, with intermediate milestones.

Does Palau have solar power?

Together with a large amount of diesel generation, Palau also has some installed solar PV capacity. Indeed, the country’s current renewable energy capacity includes a total of 2.5 MW of utility-scale solar PV systems (see Table 3).

How much does Palau's current power system cost?

With regard to the economic results of the optimisation, the LCOE for Palau’s current power system was estimated to be USD 0.23/kWh. The current power system has a net present cost of USD 294 million (mostly fuel) and an operating cost of approximately USD 20.7 million/year. Figure 7 shows the average daily dispatch for the current power system.

How much gas does a boat use in Palau?

They represent one of Palau’s key tourist attractions, with numerous visitors travelling every year for diving and snorkelling. According to information provided by PEA, an average 38 foot open boat with a 250 horsepower twin engine consumes approximately 40 gallons of gasoline when travelling back and forth to the Rock Islands.