UNELCO operates in Vanuatu under concession agreements with the Government of Vanuatu :
- Producer and distributor of electricity on the island of Efate.
- Producer and distributor of drinking water in the urban centre of Port-Vila (Efate), as well as in the areas of Teouma Ville and Teouma Vallée.
These concessions enable UNELCO to play a key role in the supply of energy and drinking water, thereby contributing to the development and sustainability of the region.
Electricity
Water
UNELCO's ACTIVITIES
UNELCO is a major player in Vanuatu, specialising in :
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Electricity generation
- Thermal
- Renewable, including:
- Solar
- Wind
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Electricity Distribution
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- Distribution et associated services (work, maintenance, etc.)
OUR ENERGY MIX
UNELCO uses a diversified energy mix to optimise the use of renewable resources
This mix includes:
- Diesel
- Wind
- Solar
These resources are integrated into the electricity grid to guarantee a stable and sustainable supply of energy.
SOLAR PROJECTS
Tagabe Photovoltaic Farm
Installation : Roof of the Tagabé dock workshop
Capacity: 81 kWp
Commissioning : May 2011
Description : Vanuatu's first grid-connected photovoltaic farm.
Kawene photovoltaic farm
Installation : Kawene wind farm site
Capacity: 1094 MWp
Components : 3,420 panels on ground structure
Investment : €1,500,000
Financing: European Union, Government of Vanuatu, UNELCO ENGIE Solutions
Commissioning : March 2018
Undine Bay Solar Farm
Installation : Undine Bay plantation, north of the island
Capacity: 510 kWp
Commissioning : January 2016
WIND PROJECTS
Kawene Wind Farm
Components :
12 GEV MP VERGNET wind turbines, each rated at 275 kW
1 XANT 100 kW wind turbine
Total installed capacity: 3.4 MW
Connection : Directly to the UNELCO power station at Tagabé
UNELCO has been responsible for the production, treatment and distribution of drinking water in Port-Vila since 1994.
Ours Services:
- Production and Treatment: UNELCO provides an efficient water treatment service thanks to its water analysis laboratory.
- Distribution : We manage 11 water reservoirs that supply not only the urban area of Port-Vila, but also the areas of Teouma Ville and Teouma Vallée.
- Chlorination: We use 4 chlorination machines to guarantee the quality of the drinking water distributed.
This infrastructure enables UNELCO to supply high-quality drinking water to the residents of Port-Vila and the surrounding area, thereby contributing to their well-being and to the sustainability of public services.
