Renewable Energy Initiatives in Sumba

Sumba, an island in eastern Indonesia, faces significant energy challenges despite its rich renewable resources. The Dutch NGO Hevos, in collaboration with the government, aims to provide electricity to most of the population using 100% renewable energy. This initiative has gained support from various partners, including the ADB, which joined in 2013 with a grant to scale up renewable energy access. The success of this project could serve as a model for other isolated communities in Indonesia and beyond.

What are some of the challenges faced by Sumba Island?

• Poverty and lack of electricity

• Advanced healthcare facilities

• Abundant fossil fuels

• High literacy rates

Which renewable energy resources are abundant on Sumba Island?

• Nuclear and geothermal

• Coal and natural gas

• Solar and biomass

• Oil and hydroelectric

What is the goal of the Dutch NGO Hivos in Sumba?

• To promote traditional crafts

• To increase tourism

• To achieve 100% renewable energy

• To build new roads

Which village benefits from a government-sponsored solar project?

• Sumatra

• Bali

• We Potendo

• Jakarta

How has electricity changed life in We Potendo?

• Higher electricity bills

• Access to television and night activities

• Reduced study opportunities

• Increased kerosene usage

When did ADB join the renewable energy initiative in Sumba?

• 2015

• 2013

• 2010

• 2018

What was the initial grant amount provided by ADB for Sumba?

• 5 million dollars

• 500,000 dollars

• 2 million dollars

• 1 million dollars

Which country provided additional financial support to ADB's initiative?

• Sweden

• Finland

• Norway

• Denmark

What is the broader goal of the renewable energy project in Sumba?

• To reduce tourism

• To limit electricity access

• To create a model for other regions

• To increase fossil fuel usage

What could the success of Sumba's project lead to in Indonesia?

• Higher poverty rates

• Decreased energy access

• Increased isolation

• Wider cost-effective energy access