What is the energy potential of Saint Lucia?

Saint Lucia is a volcanic windward island, with large tech- nical potential for geothermal, wind, and solar renewable energy generation, as well as use of solid waste generated by residents. Little technical potential for biomass or hydroelec- tric generation exists on the island.

How will energy storage benefit Saint Lucia?

These diverging interests make it dificult to secure a successful contract that benefits Saint Lucia. Energy storage, in the form of batteries, will play a role in the Saint Lucia electricity system by avoiding reserve capacity and facilitating the integration of variable renewable energy.

What are Saint Lucia's energy goals?

In 2014, the Government of Saint Lucia announced refined energy targets, setting a renewable energy penetration target of 35 per cent and an energy eficiency target of 20 per cent reduction in consumption in the public sector, both to be achieved by 2020.

How can energy eficiency programs be implemented in Saint Lucia?

Energy eficiency program implementation— Deploying a program to encourage cost-efective energy eficiency across diferent customer groups in Saint Lucia requires funding, staf, and appropriate regulations. If energy eficiency measures are not adopted, electricity loads will remain higher than projected.

Are there challenges to Saint Lucia's Electricity System?

Challenges to Saint Lucia’s electricity system do exist. Saint Lucia’s infrastructure is vulnerable to extreme weather events; there are critical points of failure that could leave Saint Lucia without power for days due to high wind and/or flooding events, though historically LUCELEC has reestablished power quickly. In the worst

Does Saint Lucia have a good electricity system?

The Government of Saint Lucia believes a well- functioning electricity system underpins a strong national economy, and is committed to ensuring that all citizens have safe, reliable, and cost-efective access to electricity. For decades, Saint Lucians have benefitted from a reliable power supply, but at a cost.