Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius & Saba Front-Runners in Energy
Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius and Saba are in the selected group of 30 islands that have been chosen by the European Union (EU) to take part in the ''30 for 2030'' project for energy transition. The islands, which were selected
EU selects Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius and Saba as front-runners in energy
Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius and Saba are in the selected group of 30 islands that have been chosen by the European Union (EU) to take part in the ''30 for 2030'' project. The
ENERGY PROFILE Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
ENERGY PROFILE Total Energy Supply (TES) 2015 2020 Non-renewable (TJ) 1 346 1 606 Renewable (TJ) 139 140 Total (TJ) 1 485 1 746 Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba COUNTRY INDICATORS AND SDGS TOTAL ENERGY SUPPLY (TES) Total energy supply in 2020 Renewable energy supply in 2020 92% 8% Oil Gas Nuclear Coal + others
More than 33 Million Euros for Sustainable Electricity
The government makes 33.6 million euros available for an accelerated switch to sustainable electricity in Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba. This means within 3 years, an average of about 80 percent of the electricity on the three islands will
Energy Snapshot Bonaire
Energy Snapshot Bonaire This profile provides a snapshot of the energy landscape of Bonaire, a special municipality of the Kingdom of the Netherlands located off the coast of Venezuela. Bonaire''s utility rates are approximately $0.35 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), above the Caribbean regional average of $0.33/kWh. Bonaire is a leader
EU selects Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius and Saba as front-runners in energy
Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius and Saba are in the selected group of 30 islands that have been chosen by the European Union (EU) to take part in the ''30 for 2030'' project. The islands, which were selected after an extensive selection process, can count on intensive support from the EU to realise their ambition to have fully sustainable energy
More than 33 million euros for sustainable electricity in the
The government is making 33.6 million euros available for an accelerated switch to sustainable electricity in Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba. This means that within 3 years, an average of about 80 percent of the electricity on the three
Bonaire
Additionally, Bonaire, as part of the BES Islands (Dutch Caribbean Islands) with Sint Eustatius and Saba, is among the 30 selected Clean energy for EU islands aiming to achieve complete energy independence by 2030. Bonaire is committed to elevate the proportion of renewables in its energy portfolio, ensuring clean, reliable, and affordable
More than 33 million euros for sustainable electricity in the
The government is making 33.6 million euros available for an accelerated switch to sustainable electricity in Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba. This means that within 3 years, an
30 for 30
In this video, Bonaire, part of the Dutch Caribbean, celebrates its selection as one of the "30 for 2030" islands — a recognition of its commitment to achieving 100% renewable energy by 2030. Bonaire faces unique challenges as a small, isolated island, from the need for specialised technical expertise to significant financial investments.
Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius & Saba Front-Runners in Energy Transition
Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius and Saba are in the selected group of 30 islands that have been chosen by the European Union (EU) to take part in the ''30 for 2030'' project for energy transition. The islands, which were selected after an extensive selection process, can count on intensive support from the EU to realize their ambition to have fully
The Netherlands | Clean energy for EU islands
The 3 of 5 inhabited Dutch islands are in the Caribbean Netherlands: Bonaire, Saba, Sint Eustatius, with a surface ranging from 13 km² (Saba) and 294 km² (Bonaire). Of the total population of the Netherlands, 2% live on the islands.
ENERGY PROFILE Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
developing areas. Energy self-sufficiency has been defined as total primary energy production divided by total primary energy supply. Energy trade includes all commodities in Chapter 27 of the Harmonised System (HS). Capacity utilisation is calculated as annual generation divided by year-end capacity x 8,760h/year. Avoided
6 FAQs about [European energy a s Bonaire Sint Eustatius and Saba]
Are Bonaire and Sint-Eustatius honoured?
Late last week, the good news was received that the project proposals of Bonaire, Sint-Eustatius and Saba were honoured. They are the only islands in the Caribbean whose proposals made it through the selection.
What is EU cooperation with Bonaire?
The current framework of EU cooperation with Bonaire is set in the Decision on the Overseas Association including Greenland (DOAG) adopted on 5 October 2021, which aims to support the government in its efforts to promote sustainable development.
Does Bonaire have a regulated electricity sector?
In recent years, the Ministry of Eco-nomic Affairs in the Netherlands has been active in reforming the regulation of the electricity sector in Bonaire, both in terms of utility regulation and expanding generator access.13
How did the European Development Fund support Bonaire?
The EU’s 11 th European Development Fund (EDF) territorial programme on youth (EUR 3.95 million) supported Bonaire in achieving three key milestones: i) the adoption of childcare regulation, ii) the operationalisation of two comprehensive child development centres and iii) a pilot initiative of inclusive childcare for children with special needs.
Why did the EU choose the Caribbean islands?
They are the only islands in the Caribbean whose proposals made it through the selection. The EU sees the elected islands as front-runners that will completely phase out the dependence on fossil fuels in the coming years through renewable energy, and as such serve as an example to other islands, regions and cities.
How much does energy cost in Bonaire?
This profile provides a snapshot of the energy landscape of Bonaire, a special municipality of the Kingdom of the Netherlands located of the coast of Venezuela. Bonaire’s utility rates are approximately $0.35 per kilowatt-hour (kWh), above the Caribbean regional average of $0.33/kWh.