The Fijian Government with the support of German donor agency GIZ is working to increase the use of renewable energy sources in remote and rural communities to improve the reliability of electricity supply.

The people of Kioa and Yasawa Island who depend solely on diesel generators can expect work to begin on renewable energy systems by the end of this year.

The people of these islands have limited access to proper health facilities and communication networks because of the lack of reliable electricity.

Spokesperson, Gabor Sasvari says the project will also help villagers save money on the high cost of fossil fuels.

This project in partnership with the Fijian Government, GIZ and the European Union is worth $2.2 million and is expected be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2019 barring any external factors that might cause delays.

This Fijian Government wants to provide all Fijians with access to modern energy services that are affordable, clean and reliable by 2020.