SQ Consult developed for the LEDS Global Partnership a Green Practices Case Study "Towards 100% sustainable energy on the Caribbean island of Saba".
The island of Saba faces fundamental challenges in common with other Caribbean islands. These include an over-dependency on food and fuel imports, insecurity of energy supply, sustainable development, competitiveness, economic integration with neighboring islands and environmental resilience. Current electricity supply depends entirely on one diesel power plant located close to sea level by the harbor. Fifty per cent of the cost of electricity is related to the volatile price of fossil fuels and lubricants. Consumers pay a subsidized rate 35% below the cost of production.
The Government of Saba has made the decision to transform the island to 100% sustainable energy and eventually eliminate dependence on fossil-fuel-generated electricity. Saba’s energy policy is the result of a robust process of technical studies, analysis, stakeholder consultation and consensus building.
This case study examines Saba’s journey towards 100% sustainable energy, including its historical context, an overview of the electricity sector, policy objectives, budget and replicability.
For more information contact: Sergio Ugarte
