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4 FAQs about Antigua and barbuda energy independence

How does Antigua & Barbuda get its energy?

Antigua & Barbuda is primarily dependent on imported petroleum products for its energy sources. There is no production of primary and or secondary fossil fuels in Antigua and Barbuda, so secondary fuels including gasoline, jet kerosene, gas, oil/diesel, heavy fuel oil (bunker C) fuel oil, and LPG are imported for local consumption.

Does Antigua and Barbuda have a solar interconnection policy?

Since 2011, Antigua and Barbuda's utility company, APUA, has run an interconnection policy that allows both residential and commercial customers to use solar energy on their properties. Under this policy, customers can install solar systems on rooftops or on the ground to reduce their energy consumption and save on bills.

Can Antigua and Barbuda use wind energy?

Antigua and Barbuda is well-suited for renewable energy, with potential in both solar and wind energy. Historically, wind power supported Antigua's sugar production industry, showcasing the favourable wind conditions here. However, transitioning to wind energy for electricity has been challenging.

Should Antigua & Barbuda change its fiscal policies on fossil fuels?

For example, as part of its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), by 2025 Antigua & Barbuda wants to change its fiscal policies on fossil fuel to enable the transition to 100% renewable energy generation in the transportation sector. That however is still a work in progress.

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