The Tina River Hydropower Development Project (TRHDP)- Project Office (PO) has commenced the Mid Term Socio Economic Study under the Social Impact Monitoring Plan. The work is being led by Mr. Gerard Fitzgerald (International Socio-Economic Consultant) and Mr. Kellington Simeon (Local Team lead), supported by enumerators and Project Office ESS Team. Photo 1 –  Gerard Fitzgerald (front, far right) and Mr. Kellington Simeon (second from right)Day 1 of the training took place in the PO Conference room to prepare the team to conduct a socio-economic baseline survey at Malatoha, Malango and Belaha. The purpose of this study is to measure …

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A group of bright Form 7 students from Honiara High School recently visited the Tina Hydropower Development Project (TRHDP) Site in Central Guadalcanal on 29 October 2025, gaining an up-close look at how a renewable energy project is implemented. Travelling from the capital to Malango Ward, the students accompanied by school staff were warmly welcomed by representatives from the Project Office (PO) and Tina Hydropower Limited (THL). The visit provided a valuable opportunity for students to learn about the real-world application of renewable energy, environmental, and social management. Photo 1 –  TRHDP Project Office Project Manager, Mr Pradip Verma, briefing students …

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The Solomon Islands National University (SINU) Faculty of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (FAFF) Students and staff, together with the Tina River Hydro Development Project (TRHDP) stakeholders, conducted a joint visit to the Project Components 1 & 2 on 28 October 2025.The delegation, led by the Environment &Social team from Tina Hydro Limited (THL) and Project Office (PO) TRHDP-MMERE, received a comprehensive briefing on the project’s development progress and the environmental and social challenges faced during the construction phase. Key discussion focused on issues such as Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), Biodiversity Management Plan (BMP), and the restoration of cleared …

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On August 12th to 16th, 2025, youths and community members from Managikiki and surrounding areas took part in a transformative Life Skills and Work Readiness training under the Community Benefit Sharing Project – Phase 2 of the Tina River Hydropower Development Project (TRHDP). This initiative was designed to equip participants aged 18 and above with essential life skills and foundational knowledge to prepare them for employment opportunities. It also offered practical guidance to help participants pursue job opportunities—whether through the Tina Hydro Development, Hyundai Engineering Company (HEC), SINO, or other businesses operating in the region.The training delivered face-to-face over five …

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On 25 September 2025, women from the Bahomea Region gathered at Ngongoti to share their stories, experiences, and perspectives on how the Tina River Hydropower Project is shaping their communities.Led by the Environmental and Social team of the Tina River Hydropower Development Project through its Gender Action Plan (GAP), the consultation provided a safe and welcoming space for women leaders to speak openly about their hopes and challenges. Special thanks were extended to Vois Blo Mere Solomon Islands and the Guadalcanal Provincial Council of Women (GPCW) for leading and supporting the consultation, ensuring women’s voices were heard clearly and meaningfully.Women’s …

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The Community Benefit Sharing Project (CBSP) Phase 2 is creating real impact in the Tina Hydro Project catchment area: In Belaha, 22 participants completed financial planning & management training, gaining skills to budget, save, and manage resources wisely. In Managikiki, 24 community members joined root crops & vegetable farming training, improving food security and income opportunities.These initiatives reflect CBSP’s ongoing commitment to equip communities with knowledge and skills for a sustainable future. Discover how CBSP-2 continues to empower communities through targeted training and capacity building. This quarter’s activities showcase impactful learning, collaboration, and progress across key. To read more click button …

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On 17 August 2025. A huge Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) has arrived at the Tina River Hydro Project construction site—marking a major milestone in our journey towards clean, reliable energy for the nation! The machine, when assembled will be 75 metres long and shall dig a 3.2 km long tunnel through gravel and sandstone to help build Solomon Islands’ first large-scale hydropower station. Once complete in early 2028, the project will supply affordable and reliable electricity to meet about 70% of the electricity demand of Honiara and surroundings annually. Project progress is now at 28%—and things are moving fast! Tunneling begins later this year. Proudly …

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The Project Office (PO), recently hosted a stakeholder session where the PO-ESSM conducted a presentation session on the findings from the Project Office Social Impact Monitoring Plan (SIMP) implementation for Quarter-2 of 2025. The session provided a valuable opportunity to share key observations and outlined next steps based on feedback from communities affected by the project. Stakeholders from Solomon Power, Tina Hydropower Limited and Hyundai Engineering Corporation attended the session.The SIMP is a critical tool for tracking changes in community wellbeing, cultural cohesion, and environmental quality compared to the pre-project baseline. Presenting these results to the wider stakeholder group ensures …

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Exciting progress under CBSP2! The Antioch Road improvement project, funded at nearly SBD 1.3 million, is now 80% complete with full completion expected by mid-August.Despite ongoing construction, the road is already making a difference—providing safe and easy access for vehicles and commuters from Antioch to the main road into town. It’s also been a vital link for cultural festivities and community events in recent weeks.What makes this project truly special is the community’s direct involvement through a community contract. Since construction began in April, locals have taken full ownership, with half of the workforce being women who show up every day to build their road. Caption: A big shoutout to everyone involved for making …

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The Tina River Hydropower Project Office participated in the 2025 Annual National Trade Fair held from 2nd to 9th July in Honiara. This year’s theme, “Trade for Transformation: Rebuilding Our Happy Isles,” provided a platform to promote national development initiatives and public engagement.The Project Office collaborated with the Community Benefit Sharing Project 2 (CBSP 2) and Tina Hydropower Limited to showcase the project’s progress and its contributions to sustainable energy development in the Solomon Islands.Participation in the trade fair enabled the project team to engage directly with the public, providing updates on construction milestones, environmental safeguards, and the wide-reaching benefits …

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