Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

The Energy Action Plan followed the National Energy Policy in 2010 to specify the government's goals. It explores in particular the possibilities for sustainable energy during 2009 - 2030 and projects the short, medium and long term actions. Notable actions to develop are capacity building, interconnection, financial incentives including feed-in tariffs, a reduced fuel con...

The Geothermal Resources Development Act was published in 2015 to foster the use of geothermal resources in the national energy matrix. The Act establishes the National Energy Committee to formally rule over the developments in the sector. It designates the relevant Minister to declare a given portion of land to be exploited for its geothermal potential. Valid permitting a...

The National Economic and Social Development Plan is a broad document developed through public participation and setting the government's vision for national development over the period 2013-2025. The Plan outlines a strategy to achieve sustainable economic growth, job creation, and poverty reduction. Goals formulated in the Plan include an improved physical infrastructure...

The National Energy Policy (NEP) was released in 2009 mainly to promote sustainable energy production and use. The government acknowledges the central role of energy in poverty reduction, the importance of security of supply and of controlling carbon emissions. The Policy encourages a liberalisation of the energy market and a shift towards local renewable resources. The do...