Trinidad and Tobago econo energy solutions

What is the energy policy of Trinidad and Tobago?

The Government of Trinidad and Tobago is currently developing a national energy policy green paper that recognises renewable energy’s (RE) combined with energy efficiency (EE) and utilisation of compressed natural gas in the transportation sector, inter-alia, as important strategies for the promotion of sustainable development of the nation.

How much will EE save on energy costs in Trinidad & Tobago?

Therefore, the actual savings due to EE would be 21.2% (see chapter 6.2) A Unique Approach for Sustainable Energy in Trinidad and Tobago 236 Figure 69 illustrates the simulated trend, which is assumed to kick-start when the EE mea- sures are introduced in 2016, assuming that most measures will be introduced in the first 3–4 years.

Are solar water heaters sustainable in Trinidad and Tobago?

A Unique Approach for Sustainable Energy in Trinidad and Tobago 148 All the graphs indicate that conditions in terms of resource are favourable for effective de- ployment of solar water heaters in T&T for most of the year. Insulation levels are relative- ly high year-round and thus successful water heating using solar energy can be guaranteed.

How can we save energy in Trinidad & Tobago?

A Unique Approach for Sustainable Energy in Trinidad and Tobago 278 Cooling & Ventilation The only savings here in households without air-conditioning will come from changes in be- haviour (turning off fans in unoccupied bedrooms, for example). We assume a 29% reduc- tion here.

Are wave energy converters sustainable in Trinidad & Tobago?

A Unique Approach for Sustainable Energy in Trinidad and Tobago 206 Two of those wave energy converters were deployed in 2012 at the European Marine Energy Centre.

Are EE technologies available in Trinidad and Tobago?

The table shows that even though the potential for EE technologies to deliver energy savings (technical EE potential) is high, the actual uptake is non-existent or low in most cases and high in none. It additionally provides an overview on the availability of technologies in Trinidad and Tobago.