What type of energy does the Dominican Republic use?

This page is part of Global Energy Monitor 's Latin America Energy Portal. Fossil fuels - including oil, natural gas, and coal - supply most of the Dominican Republic's energy, supplemented by smaller amounts of renewables, including hydro, wind, solar and biofuels.

How much does energy cost in the Dominican Republic?

This profile provides a snapshot of the energy landscape of the Dominican Republic, a Caribbean nation that shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti to the west. In 2014, the Dominican Republic’s utility rates were approximately $0.19 per kilowatt-hour (kWh),1 below the regional average of $0.33/kWh.

Is solar energy a viable resource for the Dominican Republic?

High solar potential, along with integrating efficiencies and economies of scale, can make solar energy a viable resource for the Dominican Republic. Similarly, wind energy has strong potential, particularly in the southwest.

Why is the electricity sector in the Dominican Republic in crisis?

As previously described, the precarious situation of the electricity sector in the Dominican Republic is not caused primarily by limited generation capacity. Although a reduction of losses may provide a more economic way of resolving the crisis, there are plans for significant new investments in new generation capacity, especially in hydropower.

How is electricity distributed in the Dominican Republic?

Electricity is then publicly distributed through either Edenorte, Edesur, or Edeeste. OC (Organismo Coordinador) is responsible for the coordination of the dispatch of electricity across the Dominican Republic via the national interconnected electrical system.

Where is Energas located in the Dominican Republic?

Energas is a major electricity generator in the Dominican Republic through the 300 MW San Pedro de Macorís Electricity Company (CESPM) power plant, located in the Eastern region of the country.