The Government of Samoa through the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment
(MNRE) proudly announces the official opening of Samoa’s first Electric Vehicle (EV) Solar
Charging Station on July 21, 2024 at the Friendship Park, Matagialalua. This groundbreaking
facility marks a significant step towards sustainable transportation and environmental
stewardship in Samoa.
The MNRE Electric Vehicle Solar Charging Station is a pioneering project designed to support
the growing fleet of electric vehicles within the government and eventually, the public. The
charging station will play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting renewable
energy usage across Samoa. The project aligns with Samoa’s commitment to achieving 26%
reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 as outlined in the country’s Second Nationally
Determined Contribution 2 nd NDC).
Technical Specifications:
 Total Cost: USD$240,000.00
 Charging Units: Two Victron Charging Stations with a capacity of 22kW each
 Power Supply:
o Solar Panels (20kW capacity)
o Storage Battery (40kW capacity)
 Smart Management:
o Victron Cerbo GX Controller
o Smart Meter/4G Modem for remote monitoring and data analysis.

The innovative design ensures that the EV’s are primarily charged using solar energy with
battery storage as a backup and grid electricity as a last resort. This setup guarantees continuous
and sustainable operation even during periods of low solar availability.
Hon. Toeolesulusulu Cedric Salesa Pose Schuster, Minister for MNRE emphasized on the
project’s importance, “This initiative is not only a leap towards modernizing our transportation
infrastructure but also a testament to our commitment to combating climate change. By reducing
our carbon footprint and embracing renewable energy, we are paving the way for a healthier
and more sustainable future for Samoa”.

The Minister also highlighted the collaborative effort behind the project, thanking international
partners as the Glonal Environment Facility (GEF), the United Nations Development Programme
(UNDP), Enviroearth and local engineering firms Vagana Electrical Engineering Solutions and
Rasmussen Engineering Ltd for their expertise and dedication.
The establishment of the EV Charging Station is expected to serve as a model for future
developments in renewable energy and sustainable transportation in Samoa. It aims to inspire
private business and organizations to adopt similar green initiatives, further contributing to the
nation’s environmental goals.
For more information about the MNRE EV Charging Station and other sustainable projects,
please visit MNRE’s official website or contact the Ministry at +685 67200 or via email
environment@mnre.gov.ws or Renewable Energy Divisions at red@mnre.gov.ws