In a landmark move for Haiti’s renewable energy transition, the Ministry of Public Works, Transport and Communications (MTPTC) has formally initiated construction of a major solar power facility in Jacmel through a signed agreement with international firm ESD Engineering Services S.R.L. The January 15, 2026 signing ceremony witnessed Minister Raphaël Hosty and ESD CEO Sang Min Choi formalizing the partnership, with key energy sector officials including leadership from Électricité d’Haïti (EDH) in attendance.
Funded by a US$7 million World Bank allocation through the Scaling Up Renewable Energy (SREP) program, the comprehensive project represents a technological leap forward for Haiti’s energy infrastructure. The Mont-Fleuri located facility will feature a 4 MW photovoltaic solar array with minimum guaranteed output of 3.35 MW, complemented by a sophisticated 6 MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage system (BESS). The initiative further includes substantial grid enhancements comprising approximately 4 kilometers of low-voltage and 7 kilometers of medium-voltage (23 kV) transmission lines.
The installation’s advanced grid-forming technology ensures continuous electrical stability regardless of sunlight availability or potential shutdowns of existing thermal generation facilities. Managed under close supervision by the MTPTC’s Energy Unit, this project serves as a demonstration model intended to validate renewable energy viability throughout Haiti with potential for nationwide replication.
This partnership marks a strategic government effort to diminish fossil fuel dependency while promising enhanced electricity reliability for Jacmel residents. The project symbolizes Haiti’s commitment to sustainable economic development through innovative energy solutions.