State of energy battery Trinidad and Tobago

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.

Who regulates the energy sector in Trinidad & Tobago?

The MEEI ( Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries) manages Trinidad and Tobago's oil, gas, and mineral resources. The MEEI is responsible for monitoring, controlling, and regulating the country's energy and mineral sectors. The Regulated Industries Commission also serves as a regulator for the energy sector.

How much electricity does Trinidad and Tobago use?

For the past several decades, the vast majority of Trinidad and Tobago's electricity has been generated from domestic natural gas. In 2018, peak demand for electricity was 1,319 MW. As of 2019, the per capita consumption of electricity in Trinidad and Tobago was 5,975 kWh.

What is the future of solar energy in Trinidad & Tobago?

In 2020, BP, Shell, and Lightsource won a bid to provide grid scale renewable energy throughout Trinidad and Tobago. In 2021, the Trinidad and Tobago Solar Energy Market was projected to grow from 3 MW of solar power in 2020 to approximately 184 MW by 2026.

Where does Trinidad and Tobago get its energy from?

This page is part of Global Energy Monitor 's Latin America Energy Portal. Trinidad and Tobago derives almost all of its energy from domestically produced hydrocarbons, especially natural gas.

How much natural gas does Trinidad and Tobago have?

As of 2018, Trinidad and Tobago had an estimated 220.1 million barrels of oil reserves and 10.53 tcf of natural gas reserves. Government plans call for the continued development of natural gas, based on existing reserves, in the medium term future.