Achievements

• Site assessment of eight pico hydro sites in remote locations have been completed. Four sites have been identified as highly suitable sites while further investigation is required in the remaining four sites. The Detailed Design of the four identified potential sites, aligning to stakeholder consultations and in close coordination with the Department of Energy, encompassed additional communities within the vicinity of the proposed pico hydro stations by expansion of electrical networks.
• Development of a site-specific comprehensive Environmental and Social Management Plans for four target sites have been completed outlining measures to minimize, mitigate, or compensate for adverse impacts and enhance positive outcomes, building on results of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments conducted in 2023.
• The Environment Permits and Water Works Permits to conduct civil constructions and water works for the four sites have been received.
• The Invitation to Bid (ITB) for construction and installation of pico hydro systems in four target locations (the three priority sites and an additional site as a backup) has been published.