Power Sector Efficiency Enhancement Project (PROMEF)

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The development objective of the Power Sector Efficiency Enhancement Project (PROMEF) for Honduras is to improve National Electric Power Company (ENEE) operational and financial performance, thus contributing to the sustainability of the power sector in Honduras. There are three components to the project. The first component is the improving ENEE's commercial and corporate resource management. This component includes four activities: (i) installing automated meter reading equipment (AMR); (ii) installing a new automated commercial management system (CMS); (iii) implementing an incident recording management system (IRMS); and (iv) developing a corporate resources management information system (CRMIS). The second component is the rehabilitating ENEE's distribution regional sub-networks. This component includes: (i) replacing transformers, purchasing related distribution equipment, and disposing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs); and (ii) purchasing maintenance equipment, spare parts and materials for distribution networks, mainly heavy vehicles. The third component is the strengthening ENEE's institutional capacity and corporate governance. This component will support: (i) strengthening power sector governance; (ii) analyzing the long-term financial sustainability of ENEE and developing a strategy for commercial operations; (iii) implementing a communication, outreach and participation program; and (iv) project management, monitoring and evaluation, and audits.

FY17 - Energy and Extractives

World Bank Group

Project

Power Transmission, Automotive, Power Generation (CCGT), Government, Commercial