Photovoltaic energy storage power supply production in Timor-Leste

How long does a solar system last in Timor-Leste?

High electricity costs and readily available solar radiation mean that the average payback period for a rooftop photovoltaic (PV) solar energy system in Timor-Leste is only 1.5 to 3 years instead of the global average of 6-10 years. Transitioning to solar can also help the country meet environmental commitments.

Does Timor-Leste need a roof-top solar energy system?

In addition, most of Timor-Leste's electricity is generated through costly and polluting diesel generators. Australia's Market Development Facility (MDF) and ITP Renewables conducted an assessment of the potential market for roof-top solar energy systems in Timor-Leste.

Can Timor-Leste generate solar energy?

As almost the whole territory of Timor-Leste has the potential to successfully generate solar energy, the Government is keen to tap into this potential to setup utility scale solar plants as well as off-grid lighting solutions for remote localities.

Will Timor-Leste replace oil imports with solar power?

More than 75% of oil imports in Timor-Leste are used for electricity production across the country and around 90% of the sector’s operating costs are fuel costs associated with power generation. The Government of Timor-Leste intends to replace part of this high-cost generation by more cost-efficient solar power.

How much solar radiation a year in Timor-Leste?

(3) Solar radiation The annual average solar radiation in “Timor-Leste” is 1.73 times that in Japan, as shown in the following table. The annual number of days without solar radiation is 47.03 days (about 12% per year), which is appropriate in introducing solar system.

What is Timor-Leste's energy field?

For its energy field, “Timor-Leste”, as stated in its "Development Strategies by Sector" under the National Development Policy, aims to develop its economic energy sources, such as natural gas, solar power, and hydraulic power, and thereby enhance the capability of power generation/self-supply.