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How is electricity price regulated in Maldives?

The price of electricity for public supply is regulated by Maldives Energy Authority. The calculation of electricity tariff is based on the cost of electricity generation, distribution and ability to pay. For the public electricity generation the government has been giving subsidy to meet the increase in fuel price. 9. New/Renewable Energy Resource

What is the main energy source in Maldives?

In Maldives, the main energy source is imported fossil fuel (99.9%), with the bulk being diesel. This fuel is used primarily for electricity production and transportation.

What is the energy policy of the Maldives?

The Maldives' energy policy has been formulated to serve the country’s vision for the energy sector. It is built upon the broader policy objectives: economic growth, end of poverty, creation of employment, reduction of regional disparities in living standards, and resilience to weather severity and effects of climate change.

Is Maldives a net energy importer?

The Maldives is a net energy importer of petroleum products. There is no major energy production in the country except for electricity production from diesel fired power stations. Energy demand and supply analysis are given in Table 5 and 6.

Does Maldives import electricity?

Maldives imports all its energy needs from abroad. STELCO provides electricity to 27 of 199 inhabited islands designated by the Government. STELCO’s installed capacity is about 35% of the whole country, which is 59.13 MW and it serves peak demand of around 39 MW. It imports diesel, gasoline, LPG, kerosene and aviation fuel.

Does Maldives import hydrocarbon energy from abroad?

Maldives imports all its hydrocarbon energy requirements from abroad. The details of various types of fuel imports are given in Table 4. At the moment, only wind and solar PV based electricity production is used.