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Guyana Power and Light begins US$800 million grid modernization
October 11, 2026
Guyana Power and Light is investing US$800 million to modernize the national electricity grid. Engineering and procurement are reported complete, materials have shipped and construction has begun, with outages expected to ease by mid-2027. Source: BNAmericas
Jamaica prepares 300 MW renewables and 150 MW storage procurement
October 11, 2026
Jamaica’s Generation Procurement Entity says its forthcoming technology-neutral RFP will seek up to 300 MW of renewable generation plus 150 MW of battery storage under a build-own-operate structure. The procurement is expected in the fourth quarter of 2026. Source: GPE
Caribbean unveils first regional US$250 Million Sustainability Bond
October 11, 2026
The CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) and JMMB Group have unveiled a US$250 million regional sustainability bond to finance renewable energy, climate-resilient infrastructure and economic diversification projects across the Caribbean. Targeted for market launch in Q1 2027, the bond aims to provide below-market financing, with Afreximbank partnering with CDF to establish a project-preparation facility. Source: Barbados […]
Jamaica commissions solar-powered George’s Plain waste facility
September 27, 2026
Jamaica’s National Solid Waste Management Authority has commissioned the solar-powered George’s Plain temporary waste holding facility in Westmoreland, built at a cost of more than US$180,000. The facility is designed to improve collection efficiency by reducing garbage-truck trips to the Retirement disposal site in St. James. Source: JIS.gov
Barbados export packhouse targets October launch
September 27, 2026
Export Barbados BIDC and the Ministry of Agriculture are preparing a new government packhouse to begin operations by October, with around 20 growers expected to supply seven produce categories for export markets. Selected growers will also receive cold-chain support through the program. Source: Fresh Plaza
RIISE launches on-demand infrastructure support for four Eastern Caribbean states
September 27, 2026
The Canada-funded, UNOPS-hosted RIISE facility has begun operations, providing Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines with on-demand technical advisory services and specialist deployments to help accelerate implementation of climate-resilient public infrastructure projects. Source: UN Caribbean
Bahamas plans more than US$200 million in climate-resilient water infrastructure
September 27, 2026
The Water and Sewerage Corporation plans to invest more than US$200 million in infrastructure across The Bahamas over several years, describing it as the largest water and sanitation capital-works program in its history. New assets will incorporate hurricane, flood and coastal-resilience standards. Source: ZNS Bahamas
USVI virtual power plant dispatches 2.5 MWh during grid tests
September 27, 2026
The Virgin Islands Energy Office dispatched a combined 2.5 MWh from residential batteries during virtual power plant tests on the St. Croix and St. Thomas-St. John grids. The VIBES 2.0 program has paid or is processing approximately US$244,000 in incentives as it works to expand participation across the territory. Source: St. Thomas Source
Belize plans US$400 million-plus redevelopment of Belize City port
September 27, 2026
Belize is preparing a major redevelopment of the Port of Belize valued at more than US$400 million, including deeper and wider marine access, new cargo facilities and a modern cruise tourism gateway. Prime Minister John Briceño said construction is expected to begin in 2027. Source: Breaking Belize News