How small island 'renewables laboratories' are leading the way in transitioning from fossil fuels
The SIDS countries can help lead the way globally on meeting the commitment made at last year's COP28 climate summit to triple renewables by 2030?
The SIDS countries can help lead the way globally on meeting the commitment made at last year's COP28 climate summit to triple renewables by 2030?
The SIDS Lighthouses Initiative (LHI) held a high-level session to inspire continued collaboration to support SIDS in charting their course towards resilient prosperity.
Amid challenges and ongoing rescue, decentralized hydropower solutions bring hope and tangible benefits to communities in Mount Hagen and Hogave, Papua New Guinea.
By utilising the global stage through international frameworks like the SIDS Accelerated Modalities of Action (SAMOA) Pathway for instance, Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are exemplifying leadership in sustainable development and climate action.
The webinar featured presentations of key findings from each report, as well as insight from multi-actors experts on the progress, challenges, mechanisms, and potential benefits of the above two SIDS energy transition contexts accelerating renewable energy scale up.
The least-electrified SIDS are now at a crossroads to meet universal energy access. Instead of increasing access through imported fossil fuels, they can pursue decentralised renewable energy solutions.
A number of SIDS are adopting targets and policies to incorporate substantial amounts of renewable energy into their electricity supply mix.
The virtual forum shone a light on climate actions in small islands, showcasing various tailored solutions and technology options to address the distinctive challenges and opportunities of SIDS.
The AIS Regional Consultative Workshop aimed to present draft progress indicators and impact measures developed by IRENA.
The workshop aimed to achieve consensus on the importance of participating in and reporting on the progress of SIDS LHI implementation.
This study assesses the potential for bioenergy production using various feedstocks such as sugarcane, oil palm, and municipal solid waste in six Caribbean small island developing states – Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and Guyana.
The Solomon Islands Renewable Readiness Assessment (RRA) report launch event was held from 6th to 8th February 2024 in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
The Renewables Readiness Assessment (RRA): Solomon Islands through the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Lighthouses Initiative (LHI) finds that renewable energy presents multifaceted opportunities to improve the quality of life and to reduce fossil fuels dependence in Solomon Islands.
This renewables readiness assessment (RRA) identifies key actions to accelerate the deployment of renewables and ramp up energy transition efforts in the Solomon Islands.
The workshop contributed in enhancing the capacities of local stakeholders in SIDS in structuring renewable energy project financing deals, and eventually increase the number of projects that are financed in SIDS.
The high-level event focused on the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) just energy transition.
Recognizing the pivotal role of the international community, SIDS are calling for increased support in scaling up renewables and energy efficiency to unlock the numerous benefits of the energy transition.
The session covered presentations on methodology for developing the IRENA’s SolarCity simulator with a demonstration.
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), with support from UNDP organised a validation workshop to present findings from the country assessment.
The primary objective of the inaugural regional consultation workshop in the Pacific region was to introduce and solicit feedback on the draft progress indicators and impact measures developed for the implementation of the SIDS Lighthouses Initiative (LHI).
The event aims to showcase SIDS’ NDC implementation achievements, identify and prioritize energy transition actions and gaps across mitigation, adaptation, and resilience, and contribute to preparations for COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates 2023.
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and The Pacific Community (SPC) strengthened their partnership to promote the acceleration of renewable energy deployment in the Pacific Island countries and territories through the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Lighthouses Initiative (LHI).
La transición a las energías renovables en estos pequeños Estados insulares ofrece numerosos beneficios, más allá de la reducción de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero. Entre ellas, una mayor seguridad energética, una menor dependencia de las importaciones de combustible y el aislamiento frente a la volatilidad de los precios del combustible.
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), in collaboration with the Government of Barbados and other key stakeholders, launched a conference aimed at accelerating energy transition investments in the Caribbean.
The Government of Barbados and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) co-hosted an event on the IRENA-Caribbean Cooperation for fostering Energy Transition Investments and Finance.