Topic: renewable energy
Dukharan: Switching to renewable energy will cut Cayman’s cost of living
Economist Marla Dukharan made a strident appeal for renewable energy during her keynote address at Caribbean Utilities Company’s Women in Energy Conference
CUC ready to invest US$1 billion in Cayman’s energy matrix
At a recent investor briefing CUC said it would boost capex to help Cayman meet growing power demand and its ambitious renewable energy targets.
CUC and regulator reach agreement on additional power capacity
The electricity regulator has approved a 'certificate of need' proposal by the Caribbean Utilities Company, bringing to an end a dispute that had delayed bids for new power generation on Grand Cayman.
Cayman issues historic tender for utility-scale solar project
The Utility Regulation and Competition Office has launched the largest utility-scale solar and battery storage project in Cayman's history.
Middle East conflict highlights Cayman’s energy fragility
Learn how tensions in the Middle East impact energy prices and the potential economic consequences for Cayman.
CUC argues in court against release of costs and renewable energy studies
Caribbean Utilities Company is battling in court to prevent the release of two studies that give information about its costs and the capacity of Grand Cayman's power grid to add renewable energy.
Power struggle: Solar could slash power costs, so why is Cayman doubling down on...
Caymanians could miss out on huge savings and the islands will struggle to meet clean energy targets if a plan for new fossil fuel powered generators goes ahead.
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.
Lower average electricity bills in January, says CUC
Electricity producer Caribbean Utilities Company says that average household bills for January should be less than at the start of 2024 as lower rates kick in.
Rate hike for solar panel owners adding to power grid
Utilities watchdog OfReg has approved an increase in how much owners of renewable energy systems are paid to add power to CUC's grid, following what the regulator described as "lacklustre" demand for the existing programme.
CUC boss predicts renewable switch will slash bills within 5 years
Homes and businesses can expect up to $40 million in cost savings annually as the Cayman Islands begins its transition to renewable energy over the next few years, utilities boss Richard Hew has claimed.
CUC: Solar power only way to reduce fuel factor costs
The Caribbean Utilities Company says large-scale solar projects are the only way to reduce expensive fuel factor costs facing Cayman's growing population, and it hopes to reduce those costs by 50% in the next six years.
The power struggle for Cayman’s energy future
A behind-the-scenes power struggle is being waged over the future of Cayman’s energy supply. As policymakers finalise the road map to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, stark divisions remain over how that switch takes place – and who gets to be involved.
Opinion: How Cayman can follow Hawaii’s blueprint for solar revolution
Henk Rogers found fame as the inventor of video game Tetris. But he has gone on to be the founder of Blue Planet Foundation and the champion of Hawaii’s renewable energy revolution. His latest non-profit venture aims to spread Hawaii’s success to other island nations including Cayman.
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.
Gas stoves still needed even if 100% green energy
To be 100% green, as government has stated, we could not have gas stoves. In a hurricane like Ivan, how would we cook? My...
Is 100% renewable energy possible for a small island? Just ask Hawaii
Is is possible for island territories to create all their own energy from sun, wind and sea? Hawaii is already half way there.
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.
New push for wind power to aid Cayman’s energy transformation
Wind power may be the forgotten element in the Cayman Islands' spluttering efforts to shift to renewable energy, according to two entrepreneurs seeking to bring new technology to the islands.
EU grant for UCCI to become solar-powered ‘living laboratory’
The European Union has awarded the University College of the Cayman Islands a grant of almost $1 million, which the educational facility plans to use to become a solar-powered ‘living laboratory'.
OfReg releases more capacity for renewable-energy programmes
Utility regulator OfReg has released 3 megawatts (MW) of additional distributed energy-generation capacity to two programmes that allow Caribbean Utilities Company customers to connect their small-scale solar systems or wind turbines to the electricity provider’s distribution system.
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.
Wärtsilä to provide energy-storage systems to CUC
Caribbean Utilities Company has signed an agreement with technology group Wärtsilä to supply two 10-megawatt energy-storage systems.
$1 million EU grant to bolster government’s sustainable energy plan
The Cayman Islands government has received a $1 million grant to help make government buildings and affordable housing more energy efficient.
Cayman government to be majority owner of renewable-energy plants
The Cayman Islands government will have a ‘majority ownership stake’ in all future large-scale renewable-energy projects, Premier Wayne Panton announced Wednesday.
Renewables: Additional capacity available for rooftop solar energy
Caribbean Utilities Company is reopening applications for customers who want to connect their distributed renewable energy sources, like rooftop solar panels or wind turbines, to Cayman’s electricity grid.
OfReg seeks proposals for solar energy value study
OfReg, Cayman’s utility regulator, is commissioning a study on the value of solar energy to the Cayman Islands.
CUC partners with Electriq Power in residential battery storage project
Electriq will supply 10 homes in Grand Cayman with its PowerPod energy storage system to showcase the technology.
Engage Cayman residents about embracing renewable energy
As an occasional visitor to your islands, I follow your excellent newspaper and applaud continued coverage of renewables and their inclusion in a national...
The bottlenecks to growing renewable energy in Cayman
The goals to introduce renewables into Cayman’s energy mix are lofty but progress is slow.
Renewable energy offers huge jobs potential for post-COVID Cayman
A genuine commitment to renewable energy could help drive a green jobs revolution as Cayman seeks to kickstart the economy in the aftermath of the coronavirus crisis, industry leaders believe.
Cayman solar company powering Bahamas relief effort
A Cayman Islands renewable energy company has been working in the Bahamas to provide emergency power to field hospitals in remote areas.
Solar carport planned for government centre
A new carport topped with solar panels will soon be supplying a portion of the power used by the Government Administration Building in George Town.
CUC will buy more renewable energy, but pay lower rates
The amount of renewable energy the Caribbean Utilities Company can purchase from residences and businesses has been increased, but the rates CUC will pay for that energy has been lowered.
CUC to move away from diesel energy
Cayman’s power provider, the Caribbean Utilities Company, announced this week that the Utility Regulation and Competition Office has accepted its Integrated Resource Plan, a 125-page report that sets out a nearly three-decade road map for the territory to transition from mostly fossil fuels to more sources of renewable energy.
Renewable energy company disputes OfReg over pricing
The renewable energy company Cayman OTI released a statement on Thursday disputing the characterization by the Utility Regulation and Competition Office (OfReg) that a proposed floating power plant in North Side would not produce energy at a reasonable price.
Electric future: CUC plans radical shake-up of energy sources
Cayman’s energy market will need to see a radical transformation over the next two decades to meet the ambitious goals outlined in the first National Energy Policy passed last year.
OTEC compliments Cayman on renewable future
OTEC International LLC, through its subsidiary Cayman OTI, has lauded the Cayman Islands for the country’s efforts to move toward a more sustainable future.
Berger: Could Puerto Rico be a model for energy independence?
As Puerto Rico emerges from the darkness, its uneven recovery is shining a light on a challenge that will shape the future of electricity across the United States.
EDITORIAL – Putting Cayman’s energy into the ‘green movement’
The government’s goal of generating 70 percent of our islands’ electricity from renewable sources within the next two decades involves two important “ecos”: the ecology and the economy.
Cayman company brings renewable energy to Antigua
A Cayman Islands solar company has signed a US$20 million deal to bring renewable energy to a small Caribbean island. The catch is, it’s not Grand Cayman.
Solar farm testing: ‘Here comes the sun’
The long-awaited opening of Cayman’s first utility-scale solar electricity operation and non-Caribbean Utilities Company power source will take place June 20.
CUC suspends CORE renewable energy program
The Caribbean Utilities Company has suspended its private power-generation program for residential and business customers.
Cayman to host transitional energy conference
Ocean conservationist Fabien Cousteau and entrepreneur Richard Branson will be the keynote speakers at the Caribbean Transitional Energy Conference at the Kimpton Seafire Resort in May.
How to cut electricity costs
To replace a 40-megawatt diesel generator, you must have an equivalent, reliable amount of sustainable generation that produces 40 megawatts of power continuously for many, many years. That is when costs for electricity will come down.
Energy report seeks 70 percent renewables in 20 years
A proposed national energy policy, released by government this week, seeks to have 70 percent of all Cayman’s energy generated by renewable sources in 20 years, and moving toward 100 percent sooner if possible.
CUC unveils new diesel generators, urges caution on renewables
The Caribbean Utilities Company has unveiled its new US$85 million diesel generators as demand for electricity in the Cayman Islands soars to record levels.
Cayman Islands could join Branson’s energy challenge
The Cayman Islands government is in discussions with Sir Richard Branson’s Carbon War Room initiative to make Cayman part of the “Ten Island Challenge,” which seeks to help small islands move away from fossil fuels.
EDITORIAL – Cayman’s quest for renewable energy sources
Last week, Cayman took important steps on its journey to integrate renewable energy into our current fossil-fuel-only model.
Cap lifted, prices lowered on renewable energy program
Caribbean Utilities Company has raised the cap on its program that allows individuals to produce their own renewable energy, but has lowered the price it pays for the power.
Connolly: Cayman could go 100 percent renewable
Independent legislator Winston Connolly is calling on government to establish a national energy policy that sets a target of 100 percent renewables by 2035.
