A major step toward sustainable water production has been achieved in HDh. Kulhudhuffushi, where a new system designed to operate entirely on solar energy has completed its physical construction phase, according to Malé Water and Sewerage Company.
The update was shared by MWSC Managing Director Abdul Matheen on World Water Day, describing the project as a significant milestone in strengthening water security in the Maldives.
The system, launched in 2025, is designed to produce water using renewable energy alone, eliminating the need for diesel-powered operations. Officials say the project is now in its testing phase, with full operational rollout expected soon.
Once testing is completed, the facility is expected to meet the entire water demand of Kulhudhuffushi’s population, with operations scheduled to begin from April using 100 percent solar energy.
Matheen said the initiative reflects broader government efforts to address challenges linked to climate change and fluctuations in global fuel markets. He noted that the project aligns with policies introduced under President Mohamed Muizzu aimed at maximizing the use of natural resources in infrastructure development.
The shift to solar-powered water production is expected to significantly reduce reliance on imported fuel while enhancing the long-term sustainability of essential services on the island.
Officials say the project could serve as a model for future water systems across the Maldives, marking a move toward cleaner, more resilient infrastructure for inhabited islands.
With the completion of the construction phase, authorities describe the project as the beginning of a new chapter in delivering environmentally sustainable water services nationwide.
