Concessional Financing Partners Conclude Safeguard Mission to Tina River Hydropower (TRHDP) Project.

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The Concessional Financing Partners (CFPs), led by the World Bank (WB) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), have wrapped up a week-long safeguard mission to the Tina River Hydropower Development Project (TRHDP). The mission brought together the Project Office (PO) representing the Solomon Islands Government (SIG), Tina Hydropower Limited (THL), Hyundai Engineering Corporation (HEC),  Sinohydro, and other partners to review environmental and social performance and agree on the next steps.The program began on Tuesday, 23 September, with the CFP delegation holding its first official meeting with the PO, which represents the SIG. Discussions concentrated on the implementation of the Construction …

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Strengthening Conservation Efforts with Institutional Stakeholders.

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Honiara, 25 September 2025 — A multi-stakeholder meeting was convened at the MMERE Board Room to advance conservation efforts in the Upper Tina Catchment (UTC). The session brought together representatives from the Project Office (PO), the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM) – Environment Conservation Division (ECD), and the Concessional Finance Parties (CFPs) Mission Team, from the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank.The session acknowledged ECD’s role in protected-area management and addressed practical steps to accelerate work in the UTC, noting documentation gaps (including the absence of formal Protected Area submissions to date), institutional constraints …

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CBSP2 Updates: Empowering Community Members Through Life Skills and Work Readiness Training in Managikiki Village, Tina Hydro Catchment Area—August 16, 2025.

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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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Women of Bahomea Region: Sharing Challenges, Building Hopes Amidst Development.

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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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📢CBSP-2 Training Highlights – Quarter 2 Media Release.

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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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World Bank, ADB, MECDM, THL & PO-MMERE Site Visit to Tina River Hydropower Development Project: Friday 22 August 2025

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Representatives of the World Bank (Ioulia Zakrevskaia, Task Team Leader), the Asian Development Bank (Roka Sanda, Principal Energy Specialist, Energy Sector Office; James Taluasi, Environment Safeguards Officer; and Kelekolio Felise Tominiko, Safeguards Officer), and the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (Mr Desmond Maedia- Sr. Environmental Officer) joined the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE) Project Office for a scheduled site visit to the Tina River Hydropower Development Project. The visit formed part of routine lender and regulator monitoring to review construction progress and verify compliance with safety and environmental requirements.  Caption: Joint Inspection Team …

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Project Steering Committee Meeting – Thursday 21 August 2025.

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The Project Steering Committee for the Tina River Hydropower Development Project convened at the Heritage Park Hotel to review progress since this year May Project Steering Committee meeting and agree next steps across all project components.Chaired by the Ministry of Mines, Energy and Rural Electrification (MMERE), the session brought together senior officials and partner organisations, including the MMERE Project Office, the Ministry of Finance and Treasury (MoFT), the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology (MECDM), the Ministry of National Planning and Development Coordination, Solomon Power, Guadalcanal Provincial Government, Tina Hydropower Limited (THL),  and Concessional Financing Parties – …

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Opposition Leader visits Tina Hydro project site.

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Leader of Opposition Matthew Wale has visited the Tina Hydro Project on Wednesday 20th August 2025.Hon Wale and his delegation were briefed on the development progress of the project as well as the challenges faced.The Opposition Leader was also briefed on the community benefit initiatives flowing from the project.After the briefing, Hon Wale was taken for a tour at the dam site and the powerhouse site by the Tina Hydro Limited CEO Mr Hanyong Cho, Tina River Hydropower Development Project Manager Mr Pradip Verma and the project management team.Hon Wale has expressed gratitude on the current work on the ground.The Opposition …

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📚💡 Empowering Future Leaders: Selwyn College Form 6 science students Visit Tina River Hydropower Project Site.

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From Selwyn College to Tina River Hydropower Development Project Site! These young Form 6 Science students journeyed from West Guadalcanal to East Guadalcanal—traveling approximately 85.4km from Veranaaso to Malango Ward—for education and science.  Selwyn College students recently visited the Tina River Hydropower Project site, gaining firsthand experience of Solomon Islands’ flagship renewable energy development.  From the dam site to the powerhouse location, students explored how this transformative project is going to deliver clean, reliable energy for our future. Guided by the Project Office, HEC and Tina Hydropower Ltd engineers and staff, they learned about hydropower technology, environmental safeguards, and the role …

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Big News for Solomon Islands! – Huge Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM)

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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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📢 Saint Nicholas Anglican College Form 6 science students Visit Tina River Hydropower Project Site. 📍 

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Students and teachers from Saint Nicholas Anglican College were warmly welcomed to the Tina River Hydropower Development Project (TRHDP) site on Wednesday 13 August 2025, as part of the project’s ongoing commitment to community engagement and educational outreach.The visit offered students a rare, hands-on opportunity to explore the progress of the Solomon Islands’ first large-scale renewable energy project. Guided by TRHDP engineers and staff, the group toured key project areas—including the dam site, powerhouse location, and access roads—while learning about the engineering, environmental, and social dimensions of the development.TRHDP’s Project Manager Mr. Pradip Verma and  Project team led the visit, …

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🔬 KGVI Form 6 Science Students Inspired by Tina River Hydropower Visit! ⚡

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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 …

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📢TRHDP Reviews Progress and Outlines Next Steps Following Q2 2025 SIMP Results.

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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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🚧 Antioch Road Nearing Completion! 🛣️

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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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🎙️ Tina River Hydropower Project on the G’day Radio Program!

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Our Project Manager Mr. Pradip Verma, recently featured on the G’day Radio Program in an interview conducted at the Australian High Commission annex in Honiara. The discussion highlighted the progress of the Tina River Hydropower Development Project and its significance for the Solomon Islands’ sustainable energy future.  Tune in to hear more about how this transformative project is powering change for our communities! 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, …

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Tina River Hydropower Project Joins 2025 National Trade Fair.

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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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Tina River Hydropower Project Welcomes ADB and World Bank Teams, Partners Commend Progress on Transformative Energy Project.

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Honiara, Solomon Islands, June 26, 2025 — The Tina River Hydropower Development Project last week welcomed senior representatives from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank for a joint site visit to see firsthand the momentum building behind Solomon Islands’ first large-scale renewable energy project.The high-level delegation, which included ADB Director Emma Veve and World Bank Country Director for the Pacific and Papua New Guinea, Stephen Ndegwa, toured key sites along the Tina River corridor and reviewed critical progress. This included the near-completion of over 95 percent of the project’s access roads, which are already improving connectivity for …

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Women Lead the Way at Tina River Hydropower Development Project’s Quarterly Consultation.

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From June 17 to 19, 2025, the Tina River Hydropower Development Project (TRHDP) successfully held its Women’s Quarterly Consultation at Garivera Park in Guadalcanal Province under the theme “Empowering Women’s Voices for Sustainable Development around the Tina River Hydro Project.” Organized by the TRHDP Gender Team, the three-day forum brought together 45 women leaders from community women’s associations in Belaha, Malatoha, and Bahomea. They were joined by youth representatives and male leaders for a series of empowering presentations, interactive sessions, and participatory planning discussions.The consultation served as a critical platform for rural women to directly engage with project stakeholders, build …

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ADB Reaffirms Support for Tina River Hydropower Project during Project Office Visit.

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Honiara, 10 July 2025 – The Project Office had the pleasure of hosting a high-level delegation from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), including Ms. Cindy Tiangco (Director, Emerging Areas Operations/Energy), Mr. Rafael Abbasov (Senior Energy Specialist, Emerging Areas Team), and Mr. Roka Sanda (Principal Energy Specialist, Energy Sector Office). The meeting, also attended by Mr. Pradip (Project Manager-Project Office), Mr. John Korinihona (Deputy Project Manager John), Sahibzada Tanzeel (ESSM-PO) and the CBSP-2 team Monica Parsad (Procurement Officer), provided an opportunity to discuss the progress of the Tina River Hydropower Project and reaffirm mutual commitments to the project’s environmental, social, and …

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Major Milestone Achieved in Bahomea Community Water Supply Project.

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Honiara, Solomon Islands – 29 May 2025 – A significant milestone has been achieved in the drive toward clean and sustainable water access for rural communities, with the successful completion of deep borehole drilling works for the villages of Managikiki and Horohotu 2, under Phase 2 of the Community Benefit Sharing Project (CBSP 2).The drilling works were carried out by local contractor Pacific Strata Drilling & Water Engineering Services, as part of a broader SBD 2.7 million investment. This investment aims to develop three modern water supply systems across Bahomea Ward, including riverside communities such as Namopila, Habusi, and others.At …

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