SIDS

Caribbean launches SIDS 2.0 initiative to transform small island developing states into digital states

July 19, 2024

The Caribbean is launching the SIDS 2.0 initiative to transform Small Island Developing States (SIDS) into Small Island Digital States. This project aims to accelerate digital integration and innovation by creating a collaborative framework. The initiative includes self-assessments, action plans, and prioritizing interventions. Source: UNDP

Mauritius signs deal for first Tesla cascading hydro plant

May 28, 2020

True Tesla Technologies Mauritius (TTT) has signed a partnership deal with CEB to install a hydro-power plant. Tesla’s technological innovation comes in to supply renewable energy in Mauritius. Among other innovators, TTT got the nod to develop the first pilot cascading Hydro Plant producing 100kW to the national grid in Mauritius. The firm showcased its […]

Grant for 7 blue economy projects in the Seychelles

April 3, 2019

Seven projects in the Seychelles have received funding under the Blue Grants Fund to support the islands’ Blue Economy. The Seychelles Conservation and Climate Adaptation Trust (SeyCCAT) will be administering and distributing the USD 360 000 granted, the second grant delivered by the Fund since its launch in 2017. The trust is mandated to support […]

SIDS launch second phase of initiative to accelerate energy transformation

October 10, 2018

The leaders of several Small Island Developing States (SIDS) gathered with development partners for a High-Level Roundtable at the UN Headquarters to discuss new options and initiatives to accelerate energy transformation and strengthen cooperation on renewable energy. The Roundtable reviewed its Lighthouse Initiative, which “met its 2020 targets for installed capacity in renewable energy and […]