Central Puerto and YPF Luz are partnering on a high-voltage transmission project to support mining operations in Argentina’s Puna region, with an investment of $250 to $400 million. The project includes a 140 to 350-kilometre transmission line to deliver sustainable, clean energy to mining sites and surrounding communities. It also aims to integrate key regions […]
The U.S. Energy Department’s Loan Programs Office has committed US$1.2 billion to clean energy projects in Puerto Rico to reduce reliance on its fragile fossil-fuel-powered grid. The projects would add 202 MW of solar capacity and 455 MW of battery storage, more than doubling the department’s support for renewable energy on the island. Source: Energy […]
Danish wave energy firm Wavepiston has completed a six-month pre-feasibility study for the Wave Energy in Barbados (WEB) project, in collaboration with Export Barbados and supported by EU funding. The study explored the potential for wave energy farms along Barbados’ Atlantic coastline to diversify its renewable energy mix and support its climate goals, while identifying […]
InterEnergy Group has become Jamaica’s largest independent power supplier, now providing one-third of the national grid’s capacity following its acquisition of BMR Energy’s local wind farm operations. The US$122 million investment added 61.2MW of capacity, including 36.3MW of wind power in Jamaica and solar parks in other regions. Source: Jamaica Gleaner
The Nevis Island Administration announced progress on its Geothermal Energy Project, with Premier Mark Brantley confirming a new bidding process for drilling contractors. Shortlisted contractors are expected to submit bids by February 2025, following a previous round that did not meet requirements. Source: St. Kitts Nevis Observer
Nevis Premier Mark Brantley unveiled a US$101 million budget for 2025, prioritizing job creation, economic resilience, and sustainable growth. Brantley highlighted plans to leverage public-private partnerships and innovative solutions to improve wages and living standards while securing the island’s economic future. Source: IBTimes
Nevis is strengthening ties with the U.S., particularly Florida. The government plans major development projects, including enhancing Vance W. Amory International Airport to support direct flights from the U.S. East Coast. Source: Miami Herald
The GEOBUILD initiative, in collaboration with the FRENZ program, is launching a six-month evaluation of skills and training needed for geothermal development in the Caribbean. The study will focus on workforce requirements across the geothermal cycle and identify opportunities for capacity building in key areas like project management and regulatory oversight. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy
The Caribbean Development Bank has approved a US$909,000 grant to The University of the West Indies to improve water resource management and climate resilience in Jamaica. Despite abundant freshwater, uneven distribution leaves rural and southern communities facing chronic shortages and unreliable systems, worsened by aging infrastructure and inadequate storage. Source: CariBank