The project is expected to represent a capacity of up to 40 megawatts of solar and 40 megawatt-hours of batteries. According to the ADB, this will be a cornerstone of Samoa's efforts to achieve 70 per cent renewable energy in its electricity mix by 2031.
Unlike conventional diesel generators—notorious for noise, pollution, and high operating costs— containerized energy storage systems (ESS) offer a quiet, emission-free, and cost-efficient alternative.