The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDBG) is proud to support the diversification of the energy mix in the Caribbean, promoting energy efficiency and strengthening institutional capacity to implement a seamless and cost-effective transition to low-carbon economies. For example, in Jamaica and Barbados, about 30% of energy is used for transportation, which consumes … [Read more...] about Mobilizing the Future of Transportation in the Caribbean
Energy Management and Efficiency in Jamaica
The signing of the Energy Management and Efficiency Programme (EMEP) marks a historic turning point for Jamaica. For the first time in the country’s history, a coordinated effort to plan for optimal use of energy resources is underway. The positive tone set and the proactive steps taken by this government will resonate in Jamaican households and businesses and it will support a … [Read more...] about Energy Management and Efficiency in Jamaica
Innovative Finance Models for Energy Efficiency
How can we promote investment in the Caribbean, a region which has long experienced some of the highest energy costs in the world? There are significant barriers to obtaining financing to develop energy efficiency projects in the region. … [Read more...] about Innovative Finance Models for Energy Efficiency