Malta Solar Report

Discover comprehensive insights into the statistics, market trends, and growth potential surrounding the solar panel manufacturing industry in Malta

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Key points

  • All figures have been converted into USD

Yearly sunshine (sun hours per year)

Sunshine Duration: Malta is one of the sunniest countries in Europe. It enjoys 3000 hours of sunshine each year, equivalent to 8.2 hours per day.1

Direct Normal Irradiation (DNI): Malta has an average of 4.9 kWh/m² daily and 1788 kWh/m² yearly. 2

Global Horizontal Irradiation (GHI): With an average of 4.95 kWh/m² daily and 1806 kWh/m² yearly, Malta has excellent conditions for solar photovoltaic systems. 2

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kWh per kWp installed

The average output potential is 4.5 kWh/kWp daily and 1642 kWh/kWp yearly, demonstrating good efficiency for Malta solar power generation from PV installations.2

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Average cost per kWh from utility company

Residential electricity in Malta costs approximately 0.148 USD per kilowatt-hour (kWh). For businesses, the cost is slightly higher at 0.164 USD per kWh.3

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Reliability of electrical power supply grid

For the year 2023, Malta’s electricity service continuity metrics are as follows: 4

SAIFI (System Average Interruption Frequency Index):

  • Planned interruptions: 0.44 interruptions per customer.
  • Unplanned interruptions: 2.74 interruptions per customer.
  • Overall interruptions: 3.18 interruptions per customer.

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CAIDI (Customer Average Interruption Duration Index):

  • Planned interruptions: 1.79 hours.
  • Unplanned interruptions: 1.95 hours.
  • Overall CAIDI: 3.74 hours

SAIDI (System Average Interruption Duration Index):

  • Planned interruptions: 47.28 minutes per customer
  • Unplanned interruptions: 319.61 minutes per customer
  • Overall SAIDI: 366.88 minutes per customer

In 2023, total losses in the Maltese distribution network amounted to 6.34% of the total energy injected, with 4.11% attributed to technical losses and 2.23% to non-technical losses. 4

 

Detailed Information

  • All figures have been converted into USD

    • Total solar panel production capacity (installed)

    IRENA estimated that Malta has produced 231.017 MW of electricity from PV solar in 2023.56

    Total solar panel production capacity (projected)

    The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of PV Solar over the period 2012 to 2023 is approximately 40.94% per year. The linear regression model predicted production capacity would be approximately 380.71 MW in 2030.

    Average costs of various electricity generation sources (coal, natural gas, solar, etc)

    No data found

    Percentages of various electricity generation sources (coal, natural gas, solar, etc)

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    In 2023, Malta’s energy generation mix was dominated by fossil fuels, contributing 582.6 MW (56.75%). Solar photovoltaic systems followed with 241.1 MW (23.49%), while electricity imports via the Italy-Malta interconnector provided 200 MW (19.48%). Biogas CHP plants contributed 2.82 MW (0.27%), and micro wind installations added 0.06 MW (0.01%).

    Source Installed Capacity (MW) Percentage of Total (%)
    Fossil Fuels 582.6 56.75
    Solar Photovoltaic 241.1 23.49
    Electricity Imports 200.0 19.48
    Biogas CHP 2.8 0.27
    Micro Wind 0.06 0.01

    In 2023, Malta’s total energy production was led by fossil fuels, generating 1977.31 GWh (66.98%) of the total. Solar photovoltaic systems produced 317.93 GWh (10.77%), while electricity imports contributed 648.35 GWh (21.96%). Biogas CHP plants generated 8.48 GWh (0.29%), and micro wind provided a minimal 0.06 GWh (0.002%).

    Source Energy Produced (GWh) Percentage of Total (%)
    Fossil Fuels 1977.31 66.979
    Electricity Imports 648.35 21.962
    Solar Photovoltaic 317.93 10.77
    Biogas CHP 8.481 0.287
    Micro Wind 0.0598 0.002

    Projected Renewable Energy:

    Malta’s Integrated National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) for 2021-2030 aims to increase the share of renewable energy technologies in its gross final energy consumption to 11.5% by 2030.7

    Average daily availability of electricity from the national grid (measured in hours)

    It is estimated that average power cuts in different regions of Malta last for approximately 4.8 hours in September 2024. In some areas, power cuts last for 2 to 9 hours. 8

    Number of residential solar panel installations

    It is estimated by the National Statistical office of Malta that there was a total of 32,452 grid-connected PV installations in Malta in 2022.

    Out of 32,452 PV installations, (93.5%) 30,332 PV installations were residential, (5.7%) 1852 were commercial and (0.8%) 268 were installed at public places in 2022.6

    Total number of solar farms (installed and projected)

    Installed: According to the National Statistics Office of Malta, there were 1852 commercial solar installations in Malta in 2023. 6

    Projected: One solar farm is under construction in Malta.

    Off-grid market demand for solar panels (current and projected)

    No Data found

    On-grid market demand for solar panels (current and projected)

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    Malta produced 231 MW of its electricity from Solar in 2023.

    Its on-grid market is growing at a CAGR of 40.94% per year. At this rate, the production capacity would be approximately 380.71 MW in 2030.

    Average monthly income of workers in solar industry (labor cost)

    • The average monthly salary for a solar energy system installer in Malta is about 2,701 USD.9
    • The average monthly salary for a solar energy system engineer in Malta is about 3,424 USD.10

    Population of the country

    Malta is the world’s tenth-smallest country by area (316 km2) and the 9th most densely populated country whose population was estimated to be 540,760 on September 13, 2024.11

    Average overhead costs of solar panel production (with a brief breakdown)

    Estimate for Factory Rent: The estimated factory rent in Malta is 7.81 USD /m2/month.12

    Industrial Electricity Rates: For industries, the average cost of electricity is 0.15 USD per kWh, besides this service charges of 399.73 USD have to be paid each year.13

    Water Costs: The average price of water for commercial use is 2.22 USD/ m3, and a fix amount of 144.27 USD is to be paid per year as a service charge.14

    Key Components of Administrative Costs

    Salaries and Wages:

    • The average monthly salary for a solar energy system installer in Malta is about 2,701 USD.9
    • The average monthly salary for a solar energy system engineer in Malta is about 3,424 USD.10

    Rent for Office Space: The average office rent in Malta is  21.42 USD/ m2/month.15

    A summary of the energy infrastructure

    Total installed electricity generation capacity: In Malta, 826.6 MW of power  was installed and 200 MW of power was imported from Italy in 2023. 4

    Total generation: In Malta, 2,189.5 GWh of electricity was generated and 648.35 GWh was imported in 2023. 4

    Total consumption: No data found.

    Per capita generation: 4803 kWh 16

    Generation mix: 4

    In 2023, Malta’s energy generation mix was dominated by fossil fuels, contributing 582.6 MW (56.75%). Solar photovoltaic systems followed with 241.1 MW (23.49%), while electricity imports via the Italy-Malta interconnector provided 200 MW (19.48%). Biogas CHP plants contributed 2.82 MW (0.27%), and micro wind installations added 0.06 MW (0.01%).

    Source Installed Capacity (MW) Percentage of Total (%)
    Fossil Fuels 582.6 56.75
    Solar Photovoltaic 241.1 23.49
    Electricity Imports 200.0 19.48
    Biogas CHP 2.8 0.27
    Micro Wind 0.06 0.01

    In 2023, Malta’s total energy production was led by fossil fuels, generating 1977.31 GWh (66.98%) of the total. Solar photovoltaic systems produced 317.93 GWh (10.77%), while electricity imports contributed 648.35 GWh (21.96%). Biogas CHP plants generated 8.48 GWh (0.29%), and micro wind provided a minimal 0.06 GWh (0.002%).

    Source Energy Produced (GWh) Percentage of Total (%)
    Fossil Fuels 1977.31 66.979
    Electricity Imports 648.35 21.962
    Solar Photovoltaic 317.93 10.77
    Biogas CHP 8.481 0.287
    Micro Wind 0.0598 0.002

     

    Leading players:

    Enemalta plc is the only Maltese energy company that acts as both the distribution system operator (DSO) and the supplier of electricity.17

    Transmission & Distribution: 4

    Malta does not have a separate electricity transmission system. Instead, a single distribution network serves all consumers on the island.

    As of 2023, the total length of the electricity distribution system reached 6,175.17 km, with 3,900.29 km of underground cables (high voltage lines) and 2,161.68 km of overhead cables (low voltage lines). The network operates at different voltage levels, including 220 kV, 132 kV, 33 kV, 11 kV, and 400/230 V.

    Major power plants

    Thermal Power Plants: 18

    The Delimara Power Station, located near Marsaxlokk in Malta consists of four power plants providing electricity to the people of Malta and Gozo.

    1. DPS-4 Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (ElectroGas Malta Ltd): This plant, commissioned in 2017, has a capacity of 205 MW. It uses Siemens SGT-800 gas turbines and a Siemens SST-900 steam turbine, providing efficient energy generation from natural gas.
    2. DPS-3 Combined Cycle Diesel Engines (D3 Power Generation Ltd): This plant was upgraded in 2017 to run on both natural gas and gasoil, with a production capacity of 152.8MW. It initially operated on diesel engines and was converted to use cleaner fuels.
    3. DPS-2B Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (Enemalta plc): Installed in 1999, this plant operates with a capacity of 110 MW, utilizing gas turbines and steam turbines for power generation.
    4. DPS-2A Open Cycle Gas Turbine (Enemalta plc): Installed in 1994, this plant provides 70 MW of power and is primarily used as a backup during peak demand.

    Energy Imports:  Malta imported $189M in electricity from Italy in 2022. 19

    Some of the government regulations surrounding solar panel production

    CE Marking: This is essential for all solar panels sold within the European Union, including Malta. It ensures compliance with EU safety, health, and environmental protection standards.20

    MEPA Design Certification: The Malta Environment and Planning Authority (MEPA) requires a design certification to ensure that solar panel installations comply with local planning and aesthetic guidelines.21

    Government initiatives in solar panel production (includes investments and subsidies)

    Households in Malta can get grants up to $3,300 for solar PV systems, $7,920 for home batteries, and $1,980 for hybrid inverter upgrades under the 2024 grants scheme from the government.22

    Households and businesses receive a fixed rate of $0.016 per kWh for renewable energy over 20 years, in terms of Feed-in Tariffs (FITs).23

    Notable solar projects in the country (installed and projected)

    IMselliet Solar Farm 2425

    • Capacity: 5.4 MW
    • Location: MÄ¡arr, northern Malta
    • Details: This is the largest solar farm in Malta, consist of 16,896 photovoltaic panels (generating power for 2,200 homes)

    Bengħajsa Solar Farm 26

    • Capacity: 2.4 MW
    • Location: Bengħajsa, southern Malta
    • Details: This solar farm covers 29,000 square meters, repurposing a disused quarry, and powers approximately 760 households annually.

    Ta’ Qali Solar Farm 27

    • Capacity: 1 MW
    • Location: Ta’ Qali, central Malta
    • Details: Located on a reservoir, this solar farm spans 6,319 square meters with 2,198 panels, providing clean energy to over 300 homes
    • The Water Services Corporation has installed solar farms on its reservoirs in Qrendi, at the Fiddien area of Rabat, and at Ta’ Cenc, in Gozo whose combined capacity is 4.83 MWp providing electricity to 1760 households.

    Qrendi and Ta’ Cenc Solar Farms 28

    • Capacity: A combined total of 2 MW
    • Location: Qrendi and Ta’ Cenc (Gozo), installed on Water Services Corporation reservoirs.
    • Details: These solar farms power over 750 families

    Medserv’s Solar Farm 29

    • Location: Malta Freeport
    • Capacity: 2.01 MW
    • Panels: 8,000 photovoltaic panels covering 20,640 square meters

    Projected Solar Projects

    Floating Solar Projects (Delimara) 30

    • Capacity: A potential 50 MW (offshore floating solar farms).
    • Location: 4 nautical miles off Delimara.
    • Details: 13 proposals have been submitted to develop offshore floating solar farms in Malta’s waters, a promising new development.

    Some of the notable solar companies (plus brief details on what they do)

    Solar Solutions Ltd 31

    Solar Solutions Ltd, established in 2005, specializes in on-grid and off-grid photovoltaic (PV) systems, solar water heaters, and EV chargers. The company provides end-to-end services including design, installation, and grant assistance for residential and commercial clients.)

    Unit Energy Ltd 32

    Unit Energy Ltd focuses on solar panel and battery storage installations, helping homeowners and businesses reduce their carbon footprint. Known for quality service, the company ensures long-term sustainability through partnerships with trusted suppliers.

    Electrofix Group 33

    Electrofix Group provides solar energy solutions for both homes and businesses, with a focus on custom-built energy systems. They offer a wide range of services including renewable energy, mechanical, and electrical installations with ongoing maintenance support.

    Recowatt Co. Ltd 34

    Recowatt specializes in providing affordable, customized solar energy solutions with reliable after-sales service. The company focuses on helping both homes and businesses transition to eco-friendly energy technologies.

    Power Solutions Co.Ltd 35

    It is a Maltese company specializing in energy-efficient and sustainable solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Established in 2011, they offer custom-built solar panel installations and energy systems designed to reduce energy costs and environmental impact.

    Virtue Solaris 36

    It is a Maltese company specializing in solar energy solutions for residential and commercial clients. They provide high-quality solar panel installations, helping customers reduce energy costs and promote sustainability.

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