Does Dominica rely on diesel?

Currently, Dominica relies heavily on diesel for about 70 per cent of its electricity. However, DOMLEC is actively engaged in renewable energy projects to reduce carbon emissions and decrease dependence on foreign oil. DOMLEC's most significant renewable energy endeavour is the construction of a geothermal power plant in the Roseau Valley.

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.

Does Dominica have a national energy plan?

Dominica drafted a national energy plan in 2011 and revised it in 2014. The objective of the plan is to make electricity generation on the island self-sufficient by 2020 using sustainable and indigenous resources.

Does Dominica have hydropower?

In the past, hydropower supplied 90% of Dominica’s electricity. However, as population and electricity demand grew, diesel generator use increased and hydropower share diminished. Dominica Electricity Services Limited (DOMLEC) is the sole electric utility with an installed electrical generating capacity of 23.8 megawatts (MW) and a peak demand of 17.2 MW.

Does Dominica generate solar power?

Dominica has a high solar potential with a solar resource of 5.6 kWh per square meter per day. The government has installed LED streetlights (in 2013 and 2014). Dominica also has approximately 30 MW of wind power potential, some of which is under development.

Can Dominica develop geothermal power?

Dominica is expected to develop more than 100 MW of geothermal power and has secured funding for early-stage investment through the World Bank’s Geothermal Development Plan. The island may be able to secure additional international and private sector funding for these projects.