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Electricity Generation
Solar
Electricity from Diesel - Services
At present approximately 75% of the islands electricity - Electricity
is generated from burning fossil fuel (diesel). We have 4 Distribution
generators which have a total capacity of 5,400kW. > Electricity
Savings Tips
Connect Saint Helena Ltd is committed to reducing > Electricity
reliance on diesel power generation by harnessing Supply T&Cs
renewable energy sources. Renewable energy is - Electricity
cheaper to produce and does not harm the Generation
environment. > Diesel
Power
Electricity from Wind > Wind
We currently have 12 wind driven turbines located at Power
Deadwood Plain. These turbines provide in excess of > Solar
20% of the islands electricity. During peak windy Power
months, this can be as high as 30%. - Infrastructure
- Projects
Electricity from Sun
We have 4 small roof mounted photovoltaic (solar)
power plants at the:
- Power Station
- Carnarvon Court Offices
- Seales Corner Offices
- Community Care Complex
These were installed as pilot schemes. They have
proven to require very little maintenance and provide
energy during the daytime which is when our demand
is highest.
Maximising Efficiency
We closely monitor both the demand for electricity and
the availability of power from renewable sources. This
enables us to switch between the various sources for
maximum efficiency. So, for example, on a windy day
we may be able to switch off a generator and therefore
use less diesel.