Climate Adaptation

To support the Government of Vanuatu National Energy Road Map 2016-2030, through expediting green energy electrification of remote communities in Vanuatu and supporting climate adaptation programs.

• HELPR-1 is supporting programs that can help expedite green energy electrification in the remote islands.
• Installed or restored renewable energy systems in over 131 facilities and serviced/repaired/maintained over 275 off-grid energy systems at schools, clinics and community halls in remote villages.
• Installed over 350 security lights in over 175 locations to promote security specifically for vulnerable populations including women and children.
• Assessed over 500 facilities – the data collected from these assessments has allowed us to be “shovel ready” for future innovative projects including complete electrification of prioritised health facilities in 2025, with the possibility of expanding work to include WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) and strengthening climate resilient infrastructure.
• Relating to health, the GEP team have serviced and restored power at numerous facilities, many of which noted they had spent several years without light and were performing medical procedures including childbirth using mobile phone torches when they occurred out of hours. During the reporting period, the GEP team assessed 106 health facilities.