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Trinidad and Tobago advances renewable energy goals with LiDAR deployment for wind resource assessment
December 19, 2024
Trinidad and Tobago has successfully deployed LiDAR devices in Orange Valley and Galeota to measure wind data for the onshore Wind Resource Assessment Programme (WRAP), marking a milestone in its renewable energy journey. Supported by the European Union and coordinated by the Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries (MEEI), the initiative aims to achieve the […]
Dominican Republic targets 25% renewable energy by 2025
December 6, 2024
The Dominican Republic is aiming to generate 25% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2025, as part of its commitment to energy diversification. Solar energy will spearhead this transition, with penetration expected to grow from 8% to 17% within a year. Source: Net Zero Circle
Bahamas announces US$300 million debt-for-nature swap for marine conservation
December 6, 2024
The Bahamas has refinanced US$300 million of its external debt, securing over US$120 million for marine conservation and climate change mitigation projects. This “debt-for-nature” deal, the fifth of its kind globally, was made with The Nature Conservancy, the Inter-American Development Bank, and other financial partners. Source: AP News
Trinidad and Tobago launches wind resource assessment for future wind energy deployment
December 6, 2024
Trinidad and Tobago has initiated the onshore “Wind Resource Assessment Programme (WRAP)” by deploying Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) devices at Orange Valley and Galeota to measure wind data for the next 12-18 months. This project marks the first step towards wind energy development in the country. The successful deployment follows a consultancy supported by […]
Jamaica awards large-scale solar projects to Wigton Energy and SunTerra Energy
December 6, 2024
Wigton Energy and SunTerra Energy Jamaica have won bids to develop large-scale solar projects in Jamaica following a 100 MW renewables tender held in 2023. Wigton Energy will build a 49.83 MW plant in Clarendon, while SunTerra Energy will construct a 50 MW plant in Trelawny. Both companies will own, operate, and negotiate power purchase […]
CTO advocates for climate-resilient tourism at COP29, urges action for SIDS
November 21, 2024
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is using its platform at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, to spotlight the severe climate challenges faced by small island developing states (SIDS), with a focus on the vulnerability of the Caribbean’s tourism sector. As tourism is central to the region’s economy, the CTO aims to highlight the impacts of climate […]
Barbados takes major step towards battery energy storage procurement
November 21, 2024
Barbados is advancing towards procurement of 60 megawatts of battery energy storage systems (BESS), a key step to integrating intermittent renewable energy into the grid. The Ministry of Energy and Business announced that a Request for Information (RFI) for new storage capacity and Competitive Procurement term sheets was launched on November 8. Source: GIS Barbados
Ecoener secures concession for 60MWp solar PV project with battery storage in the Dominican Republic
October 24, 2024
Spanish renewable energy developer Ecoener has received approval from the Dominican Republic government to build the 60MWp Payita 2 solar PV project in Nagua, which will include a 15MW/60MWh battery energy storage system. Source: PV Tech
Barbados advances renewable energy goals with the Energy Supply Bill
October 10, 2024
The Mia Mottley administration has made significant progress toward its renewable energy goals with the passage of the Energy Supply Bill, which aims to transform Barbados’ energy sector. The legislation addresses deficiencies in the Electric Light and Power Act, fostering a sustainable and competitive market while supporting the target of 100% renewable energy by 2030. […]