Jamaica Sustainable Energy Roadmap: Pathways to an Affordable, Reliable, Low-Emission Electricity System

Authors :
Shakuntala Makhijani, Alexander Ochs
Organisation:
Worldwatch Institute

This publications looks at the measures that the Jamaican government can take to transition its electricity sector to one that is socially, environmentally and financially sustainable. It analyses the potential for energy efficiency and renewable energy deployment in Jamaica and discusses the social and economic impacts of alternative energy pathways. The report concludes that a scenario of high renewable penetration can bring many benefits to the country, including significant savings, greater energy security and gains in competitiveness.

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