What is the energy policy of Trinidad and Tobago?

The Government of Trinidad and Tobago is currently developing a national energy policy green paper that recognises renewable energy’s (RE) combined with energy efficiency (EE) and utilisation of compressed natural gas in the transportation sector, inter-alia, as important strategies for the promotion of sustainable development of the nation.

Is biomass a source of electricity in Trinidad & Tobago?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Trinidad and Tobago: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.

Does Trinidad and Tobago have a power generation capacity?

However, Trinidad and Tobago power generation capacity surpasses its current demand ( Inter- American Development Bank, 2015 ), which provides avenues for energy storage through low carbon H 2, MeOH and NH 3 production directly within the local downstream supply chain.

Is Trinidad and Tobago an industrial Sid?

Trinidad and Tobago represents a unique case study as an industrial SID, whereby knowledge and guidance on multiple decision criteria can aid in reducing national carbon footprints.

Does Trinidad and Tobago produce electricity?

The authors greatly acknowledge the Trinidad and Tobago national electricity power produces for assisting in data collection and model verification. No funding sources were received for this study. Energ. J. ( 2018), 10.3390/en11061412

What makes Trinidad and Tobago unique?

Trinidad and Tobago is heavily dependent on its oil and gas reserves ( Fig. 3 ), petrochemical and other hydrocarbon related downstream industries ( Indar, 2019 ). Thus, the country is unique amongst SIDS and must maximise its benefit from these natural resources, in terms of energy production.