Caribbean Infrastructure News

August 29, 2024

Puerto Rico to use US$30 million federal loan for 15 water projects

Puerto Rico is set to undertake 15 water projects funded by a nearly US$30 million federal loan. The funding will support significant repairs,…

August 29, 2024

The Bahamas launches consultation on 5G roadmap

The Bahamas has initiated a consultation process on a draft roadmap for 5G deployment, seeking input from market players to address potential…

August 15, 2024

St. Kitts and Nevis advances digital government plan with consultation on digital identity authentication system

St. Kitts and Nevis is advancing its digital government plan with a recent consultation meeting focused on developing a comprehensive digital identity…

August 15, 2024

CDB partners with IFIs and private sector to boost private investment and infrastructure development in the region

The CDB has partnered with six International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and private sector entities to boost private investment in the region. As…

August 15, 2024

World Bank enhances digital education in Saint Lucia with 20 smart classrooms and teacher training

With the support of the World Bank, 20 smart classrooms have been equipped across Saint Lucia’s eight educational districts. This initiative, part…

August 1, 2024

Barbados to launch BESS procurement to address grid capacity issues and advance solar projects

The Barbados Ministry of Energy and Business is hosting a three-day workshop to finalize plans for acquiring Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).…

August 1, 2024

DOE loan guarantee to finance Puerto Rico’s largest solar and battery storage project

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced an US$861 million loan guarantee to finance 200 MW of solar and 285 MW of grid storage in Puerto Rico.…

July 19, 2024

Hurricane Beryl triggers record US$44 million payout to Grenada from regional catastrophe insurance fund

Hurricane Beryl’s recent impact on the Caribbean led to a record US$44 million payout to Grenada from the Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance…

July 19, 2024

Dominican Port Authority announces construction of Barahona Port

The Dominican Port Authority (Apordom) announced the construction of the Barahona port is underway. The port is funded by a US$2 billion public…