Overview:
This report issued by the Utilities Regulatory Authority (the Authority) provides information and data on the electricity market in Vanuatu in January 2023. The presented information and data are only for electricity utilities regulated by the Authority. During the month, the energy market experienced a decrease in renewable energy contribution to total power produced, caused mainly by the drop in wind generation. UNELCO Engie’s monthly adjusted electricity tariff for the month increased by 3 % from December 2022 tariff. The total power produced decreased and power sold increased from December 2022 total, by 1.61 % and 44.4 % respectively.