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ADB to Provide US$75.5 Million to Support Renewable Energy Project in Maldives

The Maldives signed US$75.5 million in financing agreements with the Asian Development Bank on 12 December 2023 for the ASSURE renewable energy project, including US$57 million in grants and US$18.5 million in concessional loans. The project covers solar installations on 20 islands, battery storage, wind power, and seawater-based electricity generation, supporting the goal of 33 percent of electricity from renewable sources.

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  • the project's significance in achieving the nation's goal of generating 33 percent of its electricity from renewable sources

    Environment Minister Thorig Ibrahim Maldives Republic Open the report (Maldives Republic)

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  • US$75.5 million total financing agreement value Maldives Republic The Maldives has entered into financing agreements worth US$75.5 million with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to boost its renewable energy capabilities.

    Word for word from the report in Maldives Republic. Open the report

  • US$57 million grant component of financing Maldives Republic includes US$57 million in grants and US$18.5 million in concessional loans, according to the Ministry of Finance

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  • US$18.5 million concessional loan component Maldives Republic includes US$57 million in grants and US$18.5 million in concessional loans, according to the Ministry of Finance

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  • 20 MW solar power systems installed across islands Maldives Republic the installation of 20 MW solar power systems across 20 islands

    Word for word from the report in Maldives Republic. Open the report

  • 20 islands number of islands receiving solar power systems Maldives Republic the installation of 20 MW solar power systems across 20 islands

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  • 44 MW solar battery energy storage capacity Maldives Republic a 44 MW solar battery energy storage system to enhance grid stability

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  • 33 percent target share of electricity from renewable sources Maldives Republic achieving the nation's goal of generating 33 percent of its electricity from renewable sources

    Word for word from the report in Maldives Republic. Open the report

  • 10 million litres estimated annual diesel saving Maldives Republic an estimated annual saving of 10 million litres of diesel

    Word for word from the report in Maldives Republic. Open the report

  • 26,000 tonnes reduction in toxic gas emissions Maldives Republic a reduction of 26,000 tonnes of toxic gas emissions.

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