Jamaica is building a pumped hydroelectric power station with energy storage

Will Jamaica implement pumped hydro electric storage project?

Jamaica has received proposals from a consortium of local and international companies to implement a proposed pumped hydro electric storage (PHES) project. Prime minister Andrew Holness told the parliament last week that an ‘unsolicited’ proposal had been received to implement the project, which has not yet been approved by the government.

Can Jamaica fix water scarcity issues?

Jamaica is seeking to fix water scarcity issues in the Kingston area, which is currently reliant on the Mona Reservoir. Image: CC. Jamaica has received proposals from a consortium of local and international companies to implement a proposed pumped hydro electric storage (PHES) project.

How much does electricity cost in Jamaica?

This profile provides a snapshot of the energy landscape of Jamaica, an island nation located in the north Caribbean Sea. Jamaica’s utility rates are approximately $0.39 per kilowatt-hour (kWh),1 above the Caribbean regional average of $0.33/kWh.

How much electricity is consumed in Jamaica by 20304?

12.5% by 2015 20% by 20304 Electrification rates in Jamaica are very high, reaching 98%,7 but operational challenges persist. For example, system losses consume 26% of electricity produced, exceeding the regulatory maximum of 17.5%.

Why does Jamaica have a low electricity rate?

Like many island nations, Jamaica is highly dependent on imported fossil fuels—more than 94% of the island’s electricity is generated from petroleum-based fuels— leaving it vulnerable to oil price and currency exchange fluctuations that directly impact the cost of electricity.

What is Jamaica's energy policy?

Jamaica published its National Energy Policy in 2009, its first comprehensive long-term energy plan. The policy set a number of targets in relation to renewable electricity gener-ation, energy eficiency, and greenhouse gas emissions to be met by 2030.