"Our hybrid solution provides 83% renewable penetration - unheard of in island microgrids," says project lead Maria Fernandes. But here's the kicker - the system uses predictive AI to balance loads. . New energy storage ratio requirements for ess rate of around 76%,with 92% of the total coming from imported diesel. This content is protected by copyright and may not be reused. . Although around 70% of rural areas in STP are electrified, many communities remain off-grid or face unreliable supply. At present, the energy expenditures of São Tomé and Príncipe consume a substantial portion of the national budget, while debt servicing hampers our ability to prioritize other critical sector, such as healthcare and education for the youth. This setup reduces diesel consumption by 40%, saving $1. The company says the platform “will be the first commercial-scale OTEC system. ” [pdf] energy storage plant in Anhui Province, China.