The Government of Vanuatu, through the Department of Energy (DOE), is implementing a number of projects designed to support increased penetration of renewable energy and increased access to electricity services for rural households, public institutions and businesses located in. The Government of Vanuatu, through the Department of Energy (DOE), is implementing a number of projects designed to support increased penetration of renewable energy and increased access to electricity services for rural households, public institutions and businesses located in. This project supports solar home systems (SHS), micro and mini grids in rural areas, strengthen institutions, and increase business opportunities for the private sector for the supply decentralized electricity services. The island nation of Vanuatu is accelerating its transition to renewable energy, with a major new project deploying advanced solar-powered microgrids across several remote islands. This ambitious initiative, supported by international aid and local expertise, aims to provide reliable, clean. In the village of Loltong on the island of Pentecost, the recent deployment of a hybrid solar and hydropower minigrid has transformed life for its 300 residents. Previously, Loltong suffered from an almost complete lack of reliable power. Now, the minigrid has electrified approximately 100.