About Us
Discover FREF's inspiring journey and mission, driven to make a positive impact in Fiji.
Executives' Messages
Mr. Paula Baleilevuka
Bula! Much has been achieved since January 2025, when the Fiji Rural Electrification Fund (FREF) officially began implementation with the UNDP Pacific Multi country Office.
However, there is much to be done. With over 399 rural communities identified to be supported by FREF over an 8-10 year horizon, requiring a total investment of approximately FJ $564,859,312, there is an urgent need to increase the scale, scope and speed of development/climate finance from a combination of bilateral, multilateral and private sources to meet Fiji's rural electrification targets. In the coming months, the FREF team will be working closely with UNDP to conduct resource mobilisation for subsequent stages of electrification for FREF.
The Government of Fiji remains committed to the FREF model, and we look forward to the expedited implementation of FREF's electrification plans over the next 24 months. Vinaka Vakalevu.
Ms. Munkhtuya (Tuya) Altangerel
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Our Journey
Empowering Vio Island
Our story began in the small village of Vio Island, located on the western coast of Fiji. In 2017, with support from the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, we set out on a mission to bring clean, renewable energy to this community.
By December 2018, we had successfully electrified all 47 households on the island through a solar-powered mini-grid system. Vio Island became the first community in Fiji to have access to affordable, 24-hour electricity.
This achievement has transformed life on the island. Children now have reliable lighting to study at night, families can enjoy access to media and the internet, and mobile phones can be easily charged. The impact of this project has significantly improved the quality of life and created new opportunities for the entire community, paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future for generations to come.
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Key Achievements
Development and Establishment of Net Metering System for rural mini-grid tariff setting structure for better regulation and management of electricity operators.
Unlock digital connectivity for more than 100 women and youth, enabling tele-health and tele-education solutions that will particularly benefit children, women, elderly and the disabled.
Provide reliable electricity to rural health facility to improve access to healthcare services even after dark.
Our Partners
Strategic Partner
