How can we save energy in Trinidad & Tobago?

A Unique Approach for Sustainable Energy in Trinidad and Tobago 278 Cooling & Ventilation The only savings here in households without air-conditioning will come from changes in be- haviour (turning off fans in unoccupied bedrooms, for example). We assume a 29% reduc- tion here.

Are wave energy converters sustainable in Trinidad & Tobago?

A Unique Approach for Sustainable Energy in Trinidad and Tobago 206 Two of those wave energy converters were deployed in 2012 at the European Marine Energy Centre.

Are solar water heaters sustainable in Trinidad and Tobago?

A Unique Approach for Sustainable Energy in Trinidad and Tobago 148 All the graphs indicate that conditions in terms of resource are favourable for effective de- ployment of solar water heaters in T&T for most of the year. Insulation levels are relative- ly high year-round and thus successful water heating using solar energy can be guaranteed.

What is electricity generation in Trinidad & Tobago?

Electric Power Generation In Trinidad and Tobago (T&T), electricity generation primarily uses natural gas as the fuel source. The power generation technology used are simple cycle gas turbines and combine cycled gas turbines with heat recovery steam generators.

What is biomass gasification in Trinidad & Tobago?

A Unique Approach for Sustainable Energy in Trinidad and Tobago 172 Gasification Gasification which refers to the combustion of fuel with under-stoichiometric amounts of oxy- gen has been very successful for biomass gasification.

What are the major wind energy projects in Trinidad & Tobago?

xToco (North-East Trinidad): xDesignated wind energy pilot project site with a capacity of 2 x 1.4 MW turbines; xBenefits from two nearby substations, three 33 kV overhead lines, a communication tower, as well as the connection cable with Tobago. xLa Brea (South-West Trinidad): xLocation of TGU plant (combined cycle; total capacity: 720 MW);