Topic: National Energy Policy
New committee established to support National Energy Policy
Cabinet has approved the establishment of a new Energy Policy Implementation Committee that replaces the now dissolved Energy Policy Council.
Meet the residents turning a profit on their power bills
The project provides proof of concept for a national blueprint to fight a growing energy challenge in the Cayman Islands.
Bermuda eyes developers for first offshore wind energy project
As it continues to innovate and diversify its renewable energy mix, the success of Bermuda’s wind energy project, which is expected to be operational by 2030, could well influence Cayman’s own renewable energy journey.
Young demonstrators call for more renewable energy
Members of the youth environmental group Protect Our Future held a demonstration Friday outside the Government Administration Building to call for early implementation of goals set out in the islands' National Energy Policy.
Protect Our Future leader urges increased spending for renewable energy, public transport
As Cayman awaits government's national budget plans, young environmental activists are hoping greater emphasis will be placed on reducing local reliance on fossil fuels.
Premier hopes to rid Cayman of ‘expensive, polluting fossil fuels’
Cayman must shift away from its reliance on “expensive polluting fossil fuels” and move to reliable, clean, affordable renewable energy, Premier Wayne Panton said this week.
Gov’t touts virtual forum as chance for public to voice opinions
For the first time the government has hosted an online only forum to give the public the opportunity to learn about the draft National Energy Policy 2023-2050 and give feedback.
Cayman aims for 100% green energy by 2050
The Cayman Islands should meet all of its electricity demands from renewable sources by 2050, according to an ambitious new draft of the National Energy Plan.
More green energy producers can apply to sell to grid
More Cayman property owners who are generating renewable energy can apply to sell their excess power back to the grid thanks to a recent capacity upgrade.
CUC, OfReg reviewing solar programmes
The Caribbean Utilities Company and industry regulator OfReg have launched two separate studies to determine what is a fair price for solar providers and customers.
Panton: Cayman needs to cut carbon emissions by two-thirds
The Cayman Islands needs to cut its carbon dioxide emissions by almost two-thirds, Premier Wayne Panton says.
Civil servants taking part in bike-share trial
Civil servants are being invited to take part in a free three-month trial of a bike-share programme.
$20,000 green home makeover offered in competition
Government and the Caribbean Utilities Company today launched a competition in which one household will win a $20,000 energy-efficient makeover of their home.
Climate change impacts on small islands on UN agenda
Small island states like Cayman rank among the world’s most vulnerable in climate change projections.
Government plans switch to electric vehicles
Government plans to convert at least 10 percent of its fleet to electric vehicles over the next five years, according to Infrastructure Minister Joey Hew.
