Release - Renewable energy sources have become pivotal in shaping the global energy landscape. As the world grapples with environmental challenges and seeks to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, adopting renewable energy technologies has witnessed a significant surge. Beyond their role in mitigating climate
In a growing concern for residents and officials alike, Dominica is facing a mounting energy crisis. The island nation's aging power plants, once the backbone of its electricity supply, are now grappling to keep pace with the surging demand for energy. This was disclosed at the press
As Dominica moves to become the world's first climate-resilient nation, its energy sector is also seeing a big shift to align with the island's ambitious but vital agenda. And foreign investments are playing a key role in making this change happen. Investments from big development organizations
The United Nations' top official urged all countries to phase out coal and other fossil fuels to avert climate “catastrophe.” Speaking to journalists on Thursday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said that "we are hurtling towards disaster, eyes wide open" and that "it’s time to wake up
As the world's economies face a worsening energy crisis, reducing dependence on fossil fuels is the next most logical step to address the myriad of issues enveloping the beleaguered sector. At the recent celebration of World Consumer Rights Day last week, Dominica's Minister for Foreign
Construction of the geothermal plant in Dominica may begin in April this year, as soon as the negotiations with the developer wrap up this month, according to reports. The government has reported that the drilling exercises in the Roseau Valley on the outskirts of the capital
Work has begun on Anegada's Hybrid Renewable Energy & Battery Storage System in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), which, upon completion in November of this year, would harness solar energy to power the island of Anegada. Power52, an American solar energy firm, will manage the project
Dominica is one step closer to becoming the world's first climate-resilient nation as its geothermal plant advances to the next stage of its much-awaited completion. In a report by Dominica News Online, the country's energy minister has shared that the geothermal plant has met its goal
CARICOM Energy Month will be observed in November under the theme ‘Our Future is Electric’. CARICOM Energy Month is aimed at: engaging regional stakeholders on cross-cutting issues and multi-sectoral actions that can build economic, social, environmental, and climate resilience within CARICOM; sharing information and knowledge on strategies and
UN NEWS—The COVID-19 pandemic has slowed progress towards universal access to electricity and clean cooking fuels and technology, and fallout from the war in Ukraine could result in further setbacks, according to a UN-backed report, published on Wednesday. Currently, 733 million people worldwide still do not have access
