Timor-Leste Unveils 2026 Budget: Prioritizing Infrastructure,
DILI, Timor-Leste – October 2025 — The Government of Timor-Leste has submitted its General State Budget (GSB) proposal for 2026, signaling a firm commitment to a
DILI, Timor-Leste – October 2025 — The Government of Timor-Leste has submitted its General State Budget (GSB) proposal for 2026, signaling a firm commitment to a
What is the Timor-Leste solar power project?The Project involves the construction and 25-year operation of a new power plant in Manatuto, Timor-Leste, comprising a 72 MW solar power
Thu. 24 of July of 2025, 12:00h Electricidade de Timor-Leste, Empresa Pública (EDTL, EP), celebrated its 5th anniversary on July 22 nd, 2025, in Dili, with a ceremony marked by the
A high-level delegation led by the Ambassador of Japan, UNDP Resident Representative, and INFPM Executive Director conducted a monitoring visit to assess the
Access to reliable and sustainable electricity remains a critical challenge in Timor-Leste. This island developing nation relies on imported diesel for over 99%
The Project involves the construction and 25-year operation of a new power plant in Manatuto, Timor-Leste, comprising a 72 MW solar power plant co-located with a 36 MW/36 MWh battery
Timor-Leste''s energy landscape is characterized by a growing demand for electricity and a heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels. In 2022, almost all of the electricity being generated came
EDTL has invited, through an international public tender, proposals for the development of the Project by independent power producer ("IPP"). Once selected, the IPP is expected to
In a landmark moment for Timor-Leste''s energy future, a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) has been officially signed for the country''s first-ever solar power project integrated with a Battery
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UNDP''s "Solar for All" project in Timor-Leste brings solar energy to remote communities, providing electricity to households, schools, and health centers. This initiative
The landmark project includes drafting and negotiating a power purchase agreement (PPA) and an implementation agreement with the Ministry of Finance, marking a
Now, the system is live. It''s a robust hybrid setup that intelligently uses solar power, stores excess energy in batteries, and only calls on the diesel generator as a last
First-utility scale renewable project in Timor-Leste Design, build, finance, operation and maintenance of a [72-85] MW solar photovoltaic plant ("Solar PV Plant"), a [36-42.5] MW/1
What is the Timor-Leste solar power project?The Project involves the construction and 25-year operation of a new power plant in Manatuto, Timor-Leste, comprising a 72 MW solar power
In collaboration with the World Food Programme (WFP) and Sanimhy Energy, GSOL Energy has successfully installed and commissioned a 20 kWp solar PV system for the Digital Learning
Timor-Leste Projects Projects Strengthening integral local development by building the capacities of the municipal authorities in Timor-Leste (MSA)
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In Timor-Leste, the EU priority areas for cooperation 2021-2027 are: green and sustainable economic recovery and development, and good governance for sustainable
Overview DT Global Asia Pacific Pty Ltd (DT Global), through the Partnership for Inclusive Prosperity Program (PROSIVU), is seeking a qualified consultancy firm to act as a
The landmark project includes drafting and negotiating a power purchase agreement (PPA) and an implementation agreement with the
The Project involves the construction and 25-year operation of a new power plant in Manatuto, Timor-Leste, comprising a 72 MW solar power plant co-located with a 36 MW/36
The study was concluded on the 29 May and analysed several sources available in our national territory, such as wind, hydro, biomass and solar energy. The result was promising, as
This project in Timor-Leste has 3 outputs that will contribute to achieve clean energy and just transition towards net-zero pathways, and helping
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The Project involves the construction and 25-year operation of a new power plant in Manatuto, Timor-Leste, comprising a 72 MW solar power plant co-located with a 36 MW/36 MWh battery energy storage system. This will be the country’s first full-scale renewable energy IPP project.
For Timor-Leste, bidders are typically from legacy countries such as Indonesia, Portugal and People’s Republic of China. For the Solar IPP project, Government of Timor-Leste represented by the Ministry of Finance has provided backstop guarantee for EDTL obligations under the Implementation Agreement.
José added: “The investment in Timor-Leste’s solar and storage infrastructure is transformative. It will help reduce dependence on fossil fuels while improving grid stability and energy access across the country”. José de Ponte was supported by special counsel Marnie Calli, senior associate Lisa Huynh and solicitor Jeraldine Mow.
For the Solar IPP project, Government of Timor-Leste represented by the Ministry of Finance has provided backstop guarantee for EDTL obligations under the Implementation Agreement. Special Investment Agreement, if concluded could allow the winning bidder a leasing of the Site at a concessional rate and other benefits.