Powerless: Melody & James' story
Due to its size, location and geography, the Solomon Islands has some of the highest electricity costs, per capita, in the world.
In an effort to build momentum behind the need for stronger investment in renewable energy projects, including the ambitious Tina River Hydropower Project, I have lead the production of a video series looking at Solomon Islands' near-total reliance on diesel fuel for electricity.
The Powerless series, directed by Rachael Patching and shot by Rachael and Max Bellamy, is focused on the impact of high electricity costs on Solomon Islands citizens, businesses and key services.
In the first of these stories, meet Melody & James, who live in a small community on the outskirts of the capital, Honiara. Here is their story:
(Photo credits: Max Bellamy/World Bank)
