Caribbean Clean Energy - Page 4 of 18

MPC Capital AG launches an additional 43 MW at solar farm in the DR
September 12, 2024
MPC Capital AG launched an additional 43 MW at the Monte Plata solar farm in the Dominican Republic. The second phase represents a total investment of approximately US$45 million. Source: Renewables Now
Barbados plans to boost onshore wind power expansion
July 5, 2024
The Government of Barbados, with the support of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), is ramping up its climate change mitigation and energy diversification efforts by expanding its onshore wind power capacity. Source: Wind Insider
Dominican Republic approves new solar projects with storage
July 5, 2024
The National Energy Commission (CNE) of the Dominican Republic granted a definitive concession for the 83.4 MW/101.6 MWp Ardavin Solar project, which includes an energy storage system. Source: Renewables Now
Guyana launches tender for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects
July 5, 2024
Guyana’s Public Utility (GPL) has initiated a tender for three utility-scale solar PV and battery storage projects, totaling 15 MWp of solar capacity and 22 MWh of storage. The tender, part of the Guyana Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaic (GUYSOL) Programme, is funded through the Guyana-Norway Partnership Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Seabased to Develop 10 MW Wave Power Park in Barbados for Green Hydrogen R&D
June 19, 2024
Dublin based company, Seabased, has entered into an MoU with the Barbados Investment and Development Corporation (BIDC) to develop a wave power park in Barbados. Initially starting with a 2 MW pilot and expanding to at least 10 MW, this project supports Barbados’ efforts in advancing green hydrogen research and development. Source: Renewables Now
Soleco Energy Limited closes on investment deal with Rubis Caribbean Holdings
June 19, 2024
Soleco Energy Limited closes on an investment by Rubis Caribbean Holdings (RCH). The investment will fund new projects developed by Soleco and aid in expansion across the region. Source: OUR Today
Barbados pushes for wind energy expansion with IFC partnership
May 31, 2024
The Government of Barbados is collaborating with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to increase its onshore wind generation capacity, aiming to mitigate climate change impacts and diversify its energy mix while reducing long-term energy costs. Source: St. Vincent Times
Sygnus launches US$135 million Caribbean Community Resilience Fund (CCRF) in Jamaica
May 31, 2024
Sygnus launched a US$135 million Caribbean Community Resilience Fund (CCRF) in Jamaica last week. The CCRF is a 10-year impact investment fund with the possibility of two one-year extensions. It targets critical sectors such as renewable energy, blue economy, sustainable housing, ICT, transport, financial services, and climate-smart agriculture. Source: Jamaica Loop News
Acciona Energia develops 63.35 MW solar project in the DR
May 31, 2024
Acciona Energia, in partnership with Grupo Pais, is developing a 63.35 MW solar project in the Dominican Republic. The Pedro Corto plant, expected to be operational by the end of 2025, will generate 189.07 GWh annually. Source: Renewables Now