Kenyan President visits Jamaica, discusses Blue Economy

August 7, 2019

Jamaica has welcomed a state visit from President Kenyatta and a delegation of Kenyan officials. Different collaborations and trade relationships were discussed, including how to grow their blue economy and boost economic partnerships. Kenya and Jamaica are now exploring different opportunities in investment, tourism, agriculture, financial services and trade. Four Memoranda of Understanding were signed […]

Costa Rica sees near 100% renewable electricity supply and export

August 6, 2019

Costa Rica has reported record-high electricity generation figures earlier this year, with 99.99% of electricity derived from renewable sources. The National Energy Control Centre published these figures, which in May surpassed every recorded monthly electricity generation count. These electricity output permitted the Costa Rican Institute of Electricity (ICE) to sell electricity from renewable sources to […]

Cayman Islands government building fitted with solar PV

August 5, 2019

A carport on a Government Administration Building in George Town, Cayman Islands will be fitted with solar PV panels. Bids for the structure are currently under review. The Ministry of Commerce, Planning and Infrastructure has called for a solar installation which will generate 100 KW of electricity. This installation, which should be finalised within six […]

CNE and CDEEE leadership confirms for DR-GRID

August 2, 2019

The organizers of DR-GRID are pleased to announce that Lic. Angel Canó, Executive Director of the Comisión Nacional de Energía (CNE), and Lic. Rubén Jiménez Bichara, Executive Vice President of the Corporación Dominicana de Empresas Eléctricas Estatales (CDEEE) have confirmed their participation in next month’s event. Mr. Canó and Mr. Bichara will provide critical insight […]

St. Lucia’s energy policy roadmap discussed at UN High-Level Political Forum

August 2, 2019

St. Lucia’s policy roadmap and renewable energy projects were highlighted as an example of best practices in the ‘Achieving SDG 7 in Small Island Developing States’ Policy Brief during the United National High-Level Political Forum. The island’s National Energy Transition Strategy was developed by the Government of Saint Lucia, the electric utility Saint Lucia Electricity […]

Chilean government shows increasing enthusiasm for geothermal

August 2, 2019

Chile’s Undersecretary of Energy, Ricardo Irarrázaba, highlighted the geothermal potential of the country, and his government’s commitment to take advantage of this energy resource. The geothermal potential of explored areas in Chile is around 3000MW, which with the possible uses of thermal energy in Chile “places us, again, in a privileged place worldwide for the […]

GEOLAC 2019: A look back

August 2, 2019

What do we take away from this year’s event? That geothermal is alive and kicking. From Bolivia to the Caribbean, Chile to Colombia, up and down the region geothermal is making ground and is winning the governmental support the sector so critically needs.   The Second Annual GEOLAC Industry Award Winners Announced!   Closing GEOLAC […]

OECS establishes a green-blue economy strategy and action plan

August 1, 2019

The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has established a Green-Blue Economy Strategy and Action Plan. This plan aims to encourage and build further strategies for sustainable development through economic growth, improved livelihoods and the protection of ecosystems. OECS and the Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in June to work […]