Fiji has committed to generating all of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030 and reaching net-zero carbon emissions across its entire economy by 2050, according to the authors of the newly released report. These targets are part of a broader strategy to eliminate the island nation’s reliance on imported fossil fuels while strengthening its resilience against climate change. The report states that Fiji aims to “achieve 100% renewable electricity generation by 2030, with an installed capacity of 399 megawatts (MW).” Furthermore, the country has “committed to net-zero emissions by 2050, along with a 10% unconditional and 30% conditional reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) by 2030.” In simpler terms, Fiji wants to stop using oil and gas to produce power and instead rely entirely on natural energy sources like sunshine, wind, and water within the next few years. By 2050, the country plans to reach a state where it is no longer adding any extra greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. To help get there, they have set a milestone for 2030 to significantly cut down the pollution that causes global warming. The report ‘Fiji: Assessment of Legislative and Regulatory Frameworks for a Just and Inclusive Energy Transition’ was published by the International Renewable Energy Agency in Abu Dhabi in 2026. Prepared by a team led by the legal firm Siwatibau and Sloan in collaboration with the Fiji Department of Energy, it provides a comprehensive roadmap for reforming the Pacific nation’s electricity sector to meet ambitious climate goals.
