Caribbean Clean Energy Archives - Page 16 of 48

Agreement signed to begin construction on 9.5 MW of grid-connected solar farms in Grand Bahama
March 31, 2023
A group of stakeholders, alongside an independent power producer have signed an agreement to officially begin construction of 9.5 MW of grid-connected solar farms in Grand Bahama. The project’s total investment is US$15 million and construction will begin this month. Source: Renewables Now
Puerto Rico gears up to launch its first community-led microgrid
March 17, 2023
Puerto Rico’s community-led Adjuntas microgrid project is ready to launch. The project has become a high-profile example of how Puerto Rican residents are finding their own solutions to the island’s fragile electricity system. Source: Canary Media
What does the future hold for green hydrogen in the Caribbean?
March 17, 2023
There’s plenty of hype around the potential for a green hydrogen economy in the Caribbean, but is that matched with substance and with a viable business case? New Energy gathered five leading green hydrogen and energy experts – Philip Julien (Kenesjay Green Limited), Vernon Paltoo (NGC), Thibault Menage (HDF), and Christiaan Gischler and Roberto Aiello […]
Wavepiston will co-develop a wave energy project with YS Energies Marines Developpement to provide clean energy to local communities in Martinique
March 17, 2023
Danish ocean energy organization, Wavepiston partners with YS Energies Marines Developpement (YSEMD) to develop a wave energy project in Martinique, which aims to provide clean energy to local communities. Source: Renews.Biz
China shows interest in providing solar technology to the Caribbean
March 17, 2023
China has declared its interest in collaborating with and providing solar technology to the Caribbean. According to Chinese deputy official, Liu Hanyuan, Chinese technology can help the Caribbean shift to solar energy and can help cut energy prices. Source: St. Vincent Times
Guyana receives recognition for its efforts to preserve its forests and natural resources
March 2, 2023
Guyana has been recognized globally by the United Kingdom’s Minister of State with responsibility for Overseas Territories, the Commonwealth, Energy, Climate and Environment for its efforts to preserve its forests and natural resources. Guyana has one of the lowest deforestation rates in the world. Source: Caribbean Loop News
Grupo Ecoener SAU signed two 15 year PPAs for 96 MW of solar projects in the DR
March 2, 2023
Spanish renewables developer Grupo Ecoener SAU has signed two 15 year PPAs for 96 MW of solar projects in the Dominican Republic. The company signed the agreements with Dominican power distributor and provider Edeeste. Source: Renewables Now
“The Dominican Republic will hit 600 MW in renewable energy by the end of the year “
February 1, 2023
The Dominican Republic currently has 15 renewable energy projects in development, 12 of which are currently in the construction phase with operations expected to begin by the end of 2023. These projects will bring 600 MW of clean energy to the Dominican electrical system by the end of the year. Source: Dominican Today
Dominican Republic’s CNE approved the development of two solar PV farms with a combined capacity of 23 MW
February 1, 2023
The Dominican Republic’s CNE granted concession for the development of two solar PV farms, one with a capacity of 13.8 MW and the other 9.2 MW. Source: Renewables Now