Cook Islands outdoor power supply parameter configuration

What is the energy sector like in the Cook Islands?

The Cook Islands energy sector relies 100 % on imported fuels for transport, electricity generation and household use. In the year 2005 the world has experienced a period of price volatility for petroleum that saw petroleum prices increase from US$ 40/bbl in mid March to US$ 70bbl in September.

Will the Cook Islands have a wind energy project?

The proposed wind energy project in the Cook Islands, assuming the wind resource proves to be viable and the project performs as expected, will have a high international profile and, as indicated in the UNDP/UNESCO report, will be designed for ease of replication by other island countries in the Pacific and elsewhere.

Does Rarotonga have solar power?

The Cook Islands Electricity Sector All inhabited islands of the Cook Islands currently have centralised power supplies that have historically been powered by diesel generators. Since around 2011, increasing solar PV generation on Rarotonga has changed this situation.

Will SOPAC help the Cook Island government rehabilitate the Mangaia power grid?

There are a number of potential solutions for the stabilisation of the Mangaia power grid and SOPAC will assist the Cook Island Government in the rehabilitation of the project. Two SOPAC reports on the Mangaia project are attached to this document as Annnex 3. New Caledonia has most wind energy experience in the region.

Who is responsible for power supply in Rarotonga?

Power supply in Rarotonga is the responsibility of the Rarotonga Electricity Authority. (TAU). The operation of the government owned utility is governed by the TAU act of 1991 and its amendment of 1999. TAU essentially consists of a generation and a network division supported by finance, audit and customer services.

What fuels are used in the Cook Islands?

The Cook Islands energy sector relies 100 % on imported fuels for transport, electricity generation and household use. Imports were 23 million litres in 2004 of which diesel accounted for the lions share of 12 million litres, gasoline 5 million and multipurpose kerosene 7 million.