A group of Form 6 Science students and two Science Teachers from King George VI National Secondary School visited the Tina River Hydropower Project on Monday 11 August 2025 — Solomon Islands’ largest renewable energy initiative.
Organised by the Tina Hydropower Development Project Office with excellent support from the Developer, Tina Hydropower Limited (THL) and Engineering Procurement and Construction Contractor, Hyundai Engineering Company, the students toured the dam construction site and powerhouse site, engaging with engineers and environmental experts. They explored real-world applications of science and discovered exciting career pathways in renewable energy, engineering, and environmental science.
THL made a presentation which included a video on the various components of the Hydro Plant and its specifications. The Project Manager of the Project Office explained to the visitors the calculations for the total power and the annual energy output from the Hydro scheme. The students showed immense interest and asked pertinent questions on the dam site selection process.
The visitors appreciated how GOD’s energy will deliver cleaner, more affordable power to Honiara and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Students Rebekah and Rachel shared how the visit sparked their interest in technology and motivated them to pursue their goals in science and engineering.
Mr Pradip Verma, Project Manager, said more student visits are planned to inspire the next generation of Solomon Islands’ scientists and engineers.
Caption: A special day for the Empowerment of KGVI 6 students through interactive discussions on delivering cheap, clean, and reliable energy (Presentation by Project Manager-Mr Pradip Verma)
Caption: Empowering KGVI form 6 students through site visits and exposure to real time construction works on Tina Hydropower Project.
Caption: Group Photo of KGVI form 6 students at the Dam Site with Project Construction Team.
Caption: TRHDP- Project Office Project Manager (Mr. Pradip Verma) explaining the tunnel's construction and tunnel boring machine operations to the KGVI form 6 students at the Powerhouse Construction site of Tina Hydropower Project.
Caption: TRHDP- Project Team and the KGVI form 6 students during a group photo at the Powerhouse Construction site of Tina Hydropower Project.
Caption: Take a closer look at the students’ journey through the Tina River Hydropower Project. Hear from participants, see the construction in action, and discover how this initiative is shaping the future of energy and education in the Solomon Islands.
For more information, contact:
Communications Officer: Jeanine Gadepeta email: jeanine.gadepeta@tina-hydro.com
Tina Hydropower development project
+677 25133
About Tina River Hydro Development Project (TRHDP)
The first large scale renewable energy project for the Solomon Islands delivering benefits such as more affordable electricity and improved accessibility to cleaner, more reliable energy sources for communities now and in the future. It is being implemented by the Solomon Island Government with financing and support from the Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, the Asian Development Bank, the Government of Australia, the Green Climate Fund, Korea EX-IM Economic Development Cooperation Fund, and the World Bank.
Find out more on www.tina-hydro.com
A National Project of Solomon Islands | Tina River Hydropower Tina River Hydropower is a National Project of Solomon Islands and has as its objective to provide more affordable and reliable energy options to Honiara. www.tina-hydro.com |
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