Electricity in Grenada in 2022
As of 2022, Grenada's electricity generation relies entirely on fossil fuels, accounting for 100% of its power production. This means that close to none of the country’s electricity comes from low-carbon sources such as wind, solar, or nuclear. As the global community moves towards greener practices to combat climate change and reduce air pollution, Grenada's reliance on fossil fuels underscores both a challenge and an opportunity. Shifting away from fossil fuels would align Grenada with the increasing global demand for cleaner and more sustainable electricity generation methods.
Suggestions
Grenada can look to countries that have successfully embraced low-carbon energy for inspiration. For instance, Denmark generates over half of its electricity from wind power, demonstrating the potential for small countries with good wind resources to make significant strides toward cleaner electricity. Furthermore, nations like Lebanon have tapped into solar energy to achieve almost a third of their electricity from this source. These examples underscore the feasibility of small or geographically compact nations developing robust clean energy programs. Following in the footsteps of such countries, Grenada can prioritize the implementation of wind and solar power, both viable given Grenada's geographic and climatic conditions, while also considering the potential for nuclear energy to establish a diverse energy mix.
History
Historically, Grenada has seen no significant investments in low-carbon electricity production, and the data reflects a consistent lack of development in this area throughout the past decades. Consequently, the island has missed opportunities to diversify its electricity generation sources and reduce environmental impacts while ensuring energy security. This long-standing dependency on fossil fuels has contributed to a stagnation in progress toward a more sustainable energy landscape. A deviation from this past trend would not only reduce Grenada's carbon footprint but also improve resilience against volatile fossil fuel prices and supply uncertainties.
Electrification
We estimate the degree of electrification by comparing electricity and total energy emissions. More about methodology.