Local communities are benefiting from the policy
Trinidad and Tobago’s commitment to renewable energy programs is growing significantly as it reduces its reliance on oil and gas.
New programs now have a more sustainable way of producing electricity and how it supports local communities. From national solar projects to rooftop systems in rural schools these efforts show how renewable energy can support economic diversification, local employment and ultimately reduce poverty.
Trinidad and Tobago historically relied heavily on oil revenue to support its economy. The country developed the Caribbean’s largest hydrocarbon industry, initially through crude oil production and later through natural gas, liquefied natural gas and petrochemicals.
Despite its long dependence on oil and natural gas, Trinidad and Tobago has begun building a more diversified energy system. The country aims to generate 30 per cent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. It also seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the power generation, transportation and industrial sectors by 15 per cent.
Recent developments show how the country’s energy transition is expanding from small community installations to national electricity production.
17 Jul, 2023
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