Maldives Launches Rooftop Solar Programme for Homes

The Maldives government launched the 'Magey Solar' programme to install rooftop solar panels on private homes, aiming to reduce electricity bills and fossil fuel dependence. The first phase provides 3 MW solar PV systems via public tender. Instalment schemes and net metering are offered. Minister Thoriq Ibrahim noted the state spends $800 million annually on oil imports and MVR 2.3 billion on fuel subsidies. The programme is part of the administration's Week 14 manifesto.

The Maldives government launched the 'Magey Solar' programme to install rooftop solar panels on private homes, aiming to reduce electricity bills and fossil fuel dependence. The first phase provides 3 MW solar PV systems via public tender. Instalment schemes and net metering are offered. Minister Thoriq Ibrahim noted the state spends $800 million annually on oil imports and MVR 2.3 billion on fuel subsidies. The programme is part of the administration's Week 14 manifesto.

The Maldives government launched the 'Magey Solar' programme to install rooftop solar panels on private homes, aiming to reduce electricity bills and fossil fuel dependence. The first phase provides 3 MW solar PV systems via public tender. Instalment schemes and net metering are offered. Minister Thoriq Ibrahim noted the state spends $800 million annually on oil imports and MVR 2.3 billion on fuel subsidies. The programme is part of the administration's Week 14 manifesto.

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