Mini Solar Power Project Strengthens Solomon Islands–China Partnership Phase 1 Completed; Phase 2 Ready to Launch
Honiara, 26 June 2026 — The ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM) today announced the successful completion of Phase 1 of the Mini Solar Power Project, a cooperation initiative between the Chinese Embassy in Solomon Islands, MECDM, and Ever Exceed SI Company Ltd.
Under the Agreement of Cooperation signed on 21 August 2025, Phase 1 has now been fully implemented, with installations verified and documentation signed and stamped across 25 constituencies: East Makira, West Makira, Central Makira, Ulawa Ugi, East Kwaio, West Kwaio, East Are’Are, West Are’Are, Small Malaita, East Malaita, Central Kwara’ae, West Kwara’ae, North Malaita, Lau Mbaelelea, Baegu Asifola, Fataleka, Aoke Langalanga, South Malaita, East Guadalcanal, Central Guadalcanal, North Guadalcanal, West Guadalcanal, South Guadalcanal, Shortlands, and Gizo–Kolombangara.
The project represents a significant milestone in advancing renewable energy access, strengthening community resilience, and accelerating climate action in the Solomon Islands. It underscores the enduring friendship and practical cooperation between the two nations, aligning with MECDM’s commitment to sustainable development and use of low‑carbon energy sources. The project comprises supply and installation of 6.2kwh and 5kwh solar system totaling more than SBD$800,000.
Phase 2 of the Mini Solar Power Project is now poised to begin once financial arrangements are finalised by the People’s Republic of China. This next stage will expand the initiative’s reach, ensuring equitable access to clean energy across additional communities and strengthening the foundation for long‑term energy security.
“The completion of Phase 1 demonstrates the power of partnership and shared vision,” said a Permanent Secretary of MECDM. “We look forward to the timely commencement of Phase 2, which will further illuminate our communities and our cooperation. The Ministry would also like to express our sincere appreciation to the Chinese Embassy and Ever Exceed SI Company Ltd for their continued collaboration and technical support..