Energy Fiji Limited (EFL) has announced a remarkable growth trajectory in its customer base for 2024, marking a significant milestone in its mission to meet the energy needs of Fiji. According to its annual report, EFL served a total of 223,539 customers, which includes 57,146 prepay and 166,393 post-pay customers. This is an increase from 2023, where there were 55,032 prepay and 164,821 post-pay customers.
This expansion is a testament to EFL’s increasing reach across various sectors. The breakdown reveals that EFL caters to 108 large-scale industrial customers, 21,647 commercial clients, and a substantial 201,784 domestic customers, showcasing its broad service capabilities.
The rise in customer numbers coincides with an 8.86% surge in national energy demand, which increased from 1,000.4 million units in 2023 to 1,089 million units in 2024. EFL attributes this growth largely to Fiji’s economic development and heightened dependence on electricity in residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
EFL has positioned itself as a critical player in supporting the nation’s development, particularly as it enhances service reliability to meet this growing demand. This aligns with ongoing efforts highlighted in prior announcements, such as EFL’s ambitious $2 billion capital expenditure plan focusing on diversifying its energy sources and ensuring sustainability through renewable initiatives by 2029, as outlined by EFL’s CEO, Fatiaki Gibson.
In light of these developments, EFL’s strategic approach towards renewable energy will not only help in sustaining the energy supply amidst rising demands but also in achieving ambitious sustainability goals that aim for 90% of its energy to be sourced from renewables by 2035. Such forward-thinking ensures that Fiji is on a path toward a greener future, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and enhancing energy security for its citizens.
This dual focus on expanding customer base and developing renewable energy solutions is paving the way for a resilient energy infrastructure in Fiji, showcasing EFL’s commitment to supporting the country’s economic growth while prioritizing sustainability.
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