Energy Law at Grenada
Here’s an overview of Energy Law in Grenada:
⚖️ Energy Law in Grenada
1. Legal and Regulatory Framework
Grenada’s energy law framework is focused on ensuring reliable energy supply, promoting renewable energy, and improving energy efficiency, aligned with Caribbean regional initiatives.
Key legislation and policies include:
Electricity Act — Regulates electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and supply.
Public Utilities Regulatory Commission Act — Establishes the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) which regulates tariffs, service quality, and licensing.
Renewable Energy Policy (2015) — Sets goals for increasing renewable energy use and reducing fossil fuel dependence.
National Energy Policy and Action Plan — Framework for sustainable energy development including energy efficiency, renewables, and access expansion.
2. Regulatory Authorities
Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) — Independent regulator overseeing electricity and water services.
Ministry of Infrastructure Development, Public Utilities, Energy and Energy Efficiency — Responsible for policy, planning, and implementation.
Grenada Electricity Services Ltd (GRENLEC) — The main electricity utility, responsible for generation, transmission, and distribution.
3. Energy Sector Composition
Electricity generation largely relies on imported diesel fuel.
Growing interest and projects in renewable energy: solar PV, wind, and small hydro.
Energy efficiency and conservation are national priorities.
4. Renewable Energy and Efficiency
The government aims to increase the share of renewables significantly, targeting around 50% renewable electricity by 2030.
Incentives and frameworks to attract private investment in renewables.
Support for rural electrification and off-grid solutions.
Regional cooperation through CARICOM and the Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE).
5. Licensing and Tariffs
Electricity providers require licenses from PURC.
PURC regulates tariffs to ensure fair pricing and service reliability.
Mechanisms for public consultation in tariff setting.
6. Challenges
High dependence on imported fossil fuels increases costs and vulnerability.
Limited grid infrastructure in some areas.
Financing and investment in renewables still developing.
Need for capacity building and technical expertise.
Summary
Grenada’s energy law supports a transition toward sustainable and renewable energy, regulated by PURC and guided by national policies aiming to improve energy security, reduce costs, and promote environmental sustainability.
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