St. Kitts and Nevis reviewing renewable energy projects for potential implementation in 2019

November 6, 2018

The Minister of Utilities of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Ian Liburd, announced the steps his government would be taking to provide the islands with clean energy. In his address to the nation, the Minister used the inauguration of the Caribbean Community Energy Month as an opportunity to emphasise the benefits of clean energy. “As […]

EU-Mexico geothermal research project shows progress in recent update report

November 6, 2018

An extensive update on the GEMex project was recently published. The report shows positive progress, going into detail into the main results of the geothermal energy research initiative since 2016. The GEMex project is a cooperation initiative between Mexico and the European Union which aims to share research, on-the-ground knowledge and technical expertise on geothermal […]

Barbados’ Minister emphasises importance of education in developing green energy innovation

November 5, 2018

Barbados’ Minister of Energy and Water Resources Wilfred Abrahams addressed attendees of the Sixth international Conference on Higher Education and emphasised the importance of utilising graduates’ skills to help Barbados’ reach its goal of 100% renewable energy by 2030. The role of education, he noted, is essential in developing a culture of practical research and […]

CDB will supply funding for energy project in Dominica

November 5, 2018

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) announced it would be supporting Dominica in its aim to reduce energy costs and incorporate renewable energy and efficiency solutions in the country’s public sector. The programme’s first step will include conducting energy audits on public buildings and facilities. The long-term goal is to provide blended resources to address energy […]

OPIC will supply loan for Honduran 35MW geothermal power plant

November 2, 2018

The 35MW Platanares geothermal plant development in Honduras will move forward with financing from the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC). OPIC, the U.S. government’s development finance institution, will be the sole lender. Ormat Technologies Inc. announced its subsidiary had completed the financial closing of the project. “OPIC’s longstanding partnership with Ormat is helping bring needed […]

Solar PV/ Battery hybrid power plant in Barbuda to receive funding from New Zealand

November 2, 2018

A renewable energy power plant in Barbuda will receive funding from the New Zealand government with the wider aim of supporting the re-development of the island. New Zealand Ambassador Anton Ojala announced that Auckland would provide half a million USD for the UAE Power Station and Solar PV/ Battery Hybrid Plant in Cardington after meeting […]

Germany will open office in Cuba for the promotion of investment and economic exchange

November 1, 2018

The office for the promotion of trade and investment will be inaugurated by German officials in Cuba next week. This office will serve as an information hub for German and Cuban businesses to remain updated about investment opportunities and offers on the Caribbean island. The larger aim of the project is to promote economic exchange […]

Geothermal project in Montserrat secures funding for next phase

November 1, 2018

The United Kingdom Department for International Development (DFID) will source the funding for specialist and technical expertise for the ongoing geothermal project on the British Overseas Territory of Montserrat. Montserrat, part of the Leeward Islands, is known for its volcanic activity, a resource it has turned to its advantage through the development of this geothermal […]