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Dominica geothermal project moving forward
June 14, 2017
In a recent interview with local news outlet CBN4, Member of Parliament for Roseau Valley, Dr. Collin McIntyre, reported that the geothermal project of Dominica is underway in his constituency. “The geothermal project is on stream, we are looking at it in the Laudat area in terms of production and we are looking at the […]
How Dominica has breathed new life into its geothermal project

From our Editorial Team
March 16, 2017
Dominica’s long-standing efforts to develop its geothermal resource have been well documented. Nearly a decade ago an exploratory drilling program confirmed the existence of a viable high temperature resource. Since then, Dominica’s bid to harness its geothermal has seen highs and lows but ultimately the project at Wotten Waven-Laudat – while it has attracted interest […]
Dominica seeks project manager for geothermal project
February 24, 2017
A job has been posted for the role of a Project Manager for the Dominica Geothermal Company in Dominica, Caribbean. Deadline March 1, 2017!! This is a unique senior executive role with an international development project in Dominica, Caribbean. The role would be for two years, with possible extension for up to an additional 12 […]
Dominica contributes $16m towards geothermal project
February 15, 2017
Dominica’s race to geothermal is speeding up with the latest injection of US$16m/EC$45m towards the project, as announced by the Hon Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, speaking at a private sector forum at the Fort Young Hotel last Friday. Already having committed $15m, and with contributions expected from other financial institutions, […]
Dominica sets aside $15 million for geothermal project
November 2, 2016
Dominica is committing US$15 million for the development of a geothermal project that has been in a test phase since 2012. Although recent inclement weather has challenged the financial security of the project, the government still views the project as a priority. Part of the commitment involves a partnership with New Zealand for the development […]
New geothermal legislation for Dominica
November 1, 2016
Dominica has passed a new piece of legislation: the Geothermal Resources Development Act. The Act includes a regulatory framework and establishes an advisory committee of no more than 6 people comprised of the Permanent Secretary for energy, the Executive Director of the IRC, the Chief Physical Planner, a senior state attorney, and senior technical public […]
Dominica will develop geothermal project alone
October 27, 2016
Dominica’s prime minister announced the government plans “to go it alone with regards to this small plant”, referring to the geothermal project which has been years in the making. New Energy Events has tracked the progress of the Dominica project, which as of May 2016 was seeking a private partner with $50m from the World […]
Dr. Vince Henderson Is Dominica’s new ambassador to U.S. and OAS
October 7, 2016
The new Ambassador to the U.S and the Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States (OAS), Dr. Vince Henderson plans to address key areas of energy and climate change in the Caribbean. At an appointment ceremony on October 1st, Secretary General of OAS, Luis Almagro, highlighted the work of Dr. Henderson in the areas […]
Dominica is CARICOM forerunner in renewable energy use, latest ECLAC report reveals
July 25, 2016
Outcomes from a report by the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) show Dominica as the CARICOM member that consumes the largest portion of its energy from renewable sources. The 2008 global financial crisis, and its aftershocks, incentivized the Caribbean island to pursue sustainable energy strategies that reduce dependence on fossil fuels […]