Dominica Power Investment Wind Solar and Energy Storage Power Station

What is the Dominican energy project?

This project is designed to support the Commonwealth of Dominica in developing and integrating clean, sustainable and low-cost energy. Through this $38.5 million project, a new robust transmission network will be built to withstand natural hazards, strengthening Dominica’s electricity grid.

How can the Dominican Republic integrate solar and wind resources?

The short-term variability and geographic diversity of the wind resource will need to be studied before implementation of projects. The Dominican Republic has created a framework for integrating solar and wind resources in its grid that can drive renewable energy adop-tion for years to come.

Does Dominica have a national energy plan?

Dominica drafted a National Energy Plan in 2011 and revised it in 2014 to state its objective of using sustainable and indigenous resources to make electricity generation on the island self-suficient by 2020.

How is Dominica transforming geothermal energy?

"Dominica is making significant strides in geothermal energy, with innovative investments to deliver clean, low-cost electricity to its citizens and thereafter, the Eastern Caribbean. With support from the World Bank and the Government of Canada, we are building a resilient network for geothermal energy transmission.

Does Dominica have solar power?

2013 and 2014: A government-led initiative installed LED streetlights. Dominica has high solar potential with a solar resource of 5.6 kWh per square meter per day and also has approximately 30 MW of wind power potential, some of which is under development.

Will Dominica reduce its reliance on fossil fuels?

Roseau, Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Commonwealth of Dominica, a Caribbean Island nation, has been taking substantial steps to revolutionise its energy sector and diminish its reliance on imported fossil fuels.