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St. Lucia’s bid for energy security: Q&A with former Energy Minister Dr. James Fletcher
June 27, 2016
Dr. James Fletcher, former Minister responsible for energy policy in the government of St. Lucia, was at the helm of the island’s energy sector during a period of rapid transition. In a candid interview with New Energy Events, Dr. Fletcher reflected on prospects for St. Lucia’s geothermal project, his fears for the impact of climate change on […]
St. Lucia: LED lighting to cut government spending on electricity by a third
June 2, 2016
The installation of LED bulbs in street lamps is expected to cut government spending on electricity by one third annually. Savings will total $6 million per year. The board of directors of the Caribbean Development Bank approved $9.5 million in funds for the project. Saint Lucia’s Energy Minister, Hon. Dr. James Fletcher, stated that the […]
Minister James Fletcher to Lead Ministerial Roundtable, Blue Ribbon Session at CREF 2016
May 9, 2016
The organizers of CREF 2016 are pleased to announce that Minister James Fletcher, Minister of Energy and Sustainable Development for the Government of St. Lucia, has confirmed that he will lead the Ministerial Roundtable discussion at CREF 2016. Historically the blue ribbon event at CREF, this year’s session will gather government leaders to explore the […]
Regional climate change meeting to take place in St Lucia
April 26, 2016
A meeting in Saint Lucia this week will take place to agree on an action plan following the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. The Regional Coordinating Committee on Climate Change (RCCCC) will use this opportunity to review the progress made in the implementation of the ‘Regional Framework for Achieving Development Resilient to a Changing Climate’. […]
St Lucia on target to begin exploratory geothermal drilling
April 17, 2016
St. Lucia recently completed surface exploration studies for geothermal resource conditions and is on track to begin exploratory drilling soon. Developing geothermal energy in St. Lucia will allow the small island state to reduce dependence on fossil fuels for energy generation. Geothermal energy will play a key role in achieving the country’s goal of sourcing […]
35 companies submit bids to construct St. Lucia solar farm
March 26, 2016
St. Lucia Electricity Service Ltd’s RFP for the construction of a 3 MW solar farm resulted in bids from 35 companies. Participants at the meeting were given an overview of the project and its importance to St. Lucia, information on St. Lucia’s energy transition strategy and the RFP process. LUCELEC’s Business Development Manager, Victor Emmanuel, […]
Major Wind Energy Project Is Coming to St Lucia
March 8, 2016
St. Lucia’s Prime Minister, Dr. Kenny Anthony, announced this week that a 12 MW wind far is on the horizon for the island nation. Once completed, the project could produce as much as 20% of St. Lucia’s electricity needs.
Lucelec seeks EPC contractor for 3-MW Caribbean solar park
February 13, 2016
Lucelec, the solar power supplier of Saint Lucia, has announced an RFP to develop a 3 MW solar project on the Island. The utility is seeking a development partner for the solar farm’s engineering, procurement and construction (EPC); Lucelec will provide the funding and will manage the park after it is online. The project is […]
St. Lucia Electricity Services and government sign agreement
January 18, 2016
A new renewable energy task force is forming as St. Lucia Electricity Services Limited (LUCELEC) get ready to begin the process of constructing a 3.2 MW solar power plant. On Thursday, LUCELEC signed an agreement for the development of an Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) with the Government of Saint Lucia that includes a provision for […]