Is solar a good option for the island's energy mix?

"We're constantly looking for opportunities to diversify but do so cost-effectively and we think solar has a very important role to play as well as off-shore wind," Mr Ambler said. Deputy Steve Luce, Environment Minister, said: "Low carbon energy will be critical to the island's energy mix in the future.

Do Islands need resilient power systems?

Islands need resilient power systems more than ever. Clean energy can deliver Small and remote islands are subject to an array of energy challenges. As they are often isolated from mainland power grids, many face difficulties balancing supply and demand.

Why do small islands need electricity?

Electricity systems on small islands are frequently over-sized, with high reserve power generation capacity and ancillary services needed locally to respond to daily and seasonal fluctuations, such as changes in demand resulting from high and low tourist seasons.

Why do small islands need a new energy infrastructure?

Islands – including those that make up the group known as Small Island Developing States (SIDS) – also need to upgrade their energy infrastructure so that it is resilient to higher temperatures, more frequent natural disasters and flooding related to rising sea levels.

Could distributed energy resources boost the deployment of renewables on islands?

Distributed energy resources – or small-scale energy resources that are usually situated near sites of electricity use, such as rooftop solar – could play an important role in boosting the deployment of renewables on islands, increasing the security, resilience and affordability of power systems while accelerating decarbonisation.

How many solar panels are on St Clement's Island?

The 11 acre site consists of nearly 7,500 panels and is expected to power 14% of St Clement's homes. Jersey Electricity's chief executive Chris Ambler said the array was a "very significant achievement" and was important for the island's energy independence.