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Electricity in Trinidad & Tobago in 2022

Global Ranking: #181
0.1% #186 Low-carbon electricity
760.59 watts #40 Generation / person
654.67 gCO2eq/kWh #191 Carbon Intensity

The analysis of data for the year 2022 exhibits an overwhelming reliance on fossil fuels for electricity generation in Trinidad & Tobago, with a staggering 99.95%. This reveals a virtually non-existent utilization of low-carbon energy options such as nuclear, wind or solar power. This dependence on fossil energy forms a stark contrast with more sustainable energy practices, indicating a pressing need for Trinidad & Tobago to transition towards cleaner, low-carbon energy alternatives.

Suggestions

Increasing low-carbon electricity generation in Trinidad & Tobago can take cues from the impressive advancements made by countries such as France and Denmark. Nuclear energy, being a low-carbon alternative, contributes to a notable 66% of France's electricity, positioning it as a leading model of sustainable energy production. Denmark, on the other hand, has effectively harnessed wind energy to meet 59% of its electricity needs. Similarly, Slovakia, Ukraine, and Switzerland show considerable reliance on nuclear energy, contributing to 61%, 58%, and 50% of their respective electricity generation. Selecting suitable models for investment in low-carbon energy projects such as wind and nuclear power can pave the way for Trinidad & Tobago towards a greener energy future.

History

However, the history of low-carbon electricity in Trinidad & Tobago does not paint a promising picture. The data spanning more than three decades from 1991 to 2022 show no significant movements towards adopting clean energy alternatives. Biofuel and solar energy maintained a constant generation of 0 TWh over these years, indicating an untouched potential for sustainable energy production. Despite the global shift towards greener energy practices in the 2000s, Trinidad & Tobago maintained its energy status quo, failing to kickstart any significant low-carbon energy initiatives. This glaring lack of progression towards sustainable energy generation conveys an urgent call for change in the country's energy policies.

Electricity Imports and Exports

Balance of Trade

Data Sources

For the years 1971 to 1989 the data source is World Bank.
For the years 1990 to 1993 the data source is IEA.
For the years 1994 to 1997 the data source is Energy Institute.
For the years 1998 to 1999 the data source is IEA.
For the year 2000 the data source is Ember.
For the years 2001 to 2014 the data source is IEA.
For the years 2015 to 2021 the data source is Ember.
For the year 2022 the data source is Energy Institute.
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