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Alternative Energy
Alternative energy refers to energy sources that have no undesired consequences such for example fossil fuels or nuclear energy.
Welcome to the Energy Unit
Like most of the countries of the Caribbean, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is heavily dependent on imported petroleum products for electricity generation, transportation, cooking, and other energy requirements. It has an energy mix with more than 96% petroleum base and about 3% hydro power with emerging contribution from solar PV and geothermal. The country is endowed with other potential indigenous sources including geothermal, solar thermal, wind and biomass. Read more
Alternative Energy
Alternative energy refers to energy sources that have no undesired consequences such for example fossil fuels or nuclear energy.
Renewable clean energy sources
Most renewable energy comes either directly or indirectly from the sun. Sunlight, or solar energy, can be used directly for heating and lighting homes
Popular recycling techniques
Curious about what you could be doing to help the environment from right within your household? Here are a few DIY recycling tips
Geothermal Energy at La Soufrière
La Soufrière Volcano
Utilizing geothermal energy would Reduce and stabilize electricity prices in St. Vincent; Provide a reliable supply of electricity for Vinlec customers; Increase St. Vincent's national energy security
Solar panels at Vinlec's Lowmans plant
Vinlec's Solar Panels at Lowmans
Is a clean source of energy; it is not only sustainable, but also renewable. It reduces electricity bills and can also be used in remote areas where it is to be expensive to extend the electricity power grid.
Hydro-energy plants in Saint Vincent
Hydro plant in Cumberland
VINLEC currently generates approximately 15-20% of the country's energy demand using hydroelectricity. SVG has three operating hydro-plants located at South Rivers, Cumberland and Richmond.