Belize Wind and Solar Storage Introduction

How does Belize produce energy?

Belize’s Indigenous Energy Production by Primary Energy Content in 2016. Belize imports majority of the secondary energy that it consumes, including electricity from the interconnection with Mexico’s CFE. Belize’s secondary energy supply was evidently dominated by imported oil products (Figure 3).

What is the main goal of Belize's energy strategy?

The main goal of Belize's energy strategy is to achieve a low-carbon community by 2033. This strategy establishes a framework for transitioning Belize’s energy sector and recommends programs and action plans through improved energy efficiency and conservation measures as well as increased development of the country’s renewable energy resources.

What is the indigenous energy supply in Belize?

Figure 2 depicts the indigenous energy supply in Belize by primary energy content. In 2016, Crude Oil accounted for 13% (574.91 TJ) of indigenous energy production and Petroleum Gas accounted for 1.4% (62.93 TJ). Renewables made up the remaining 85.60% of primary energy supply,

What is Belize's national energy policy?

Belize’s National Energy Policy (NEP, 2012) sets out the basic principles and strategies for integrating energy more deeply into Belize’s development. An integral component of Belize’s national development agenda is to develop strong sustainable energy policies and programmes that underpin the national economy.

What are the renewable energy resources in Belize?

Belize has good to moderate land-based wind resources (Class 3–4). Full solar and biomass resource assessments are unavailable. The country's current hydroelectric capacity includes 25.5 MW at the Mollejon Hydro Plant, 7.0 MW at the Chalillo Hydroelectric Dam Plant, 19 MW at the Vaca Hydroelectric Facilities, and 3.5 MW at the HydroMaya Dam.

How can Belize achieve a low-carbon community by 2033?

To achieve a low-carbon community by 2033, Belize can transition its energy sector by improving energy efficiency and conservation measures, and increasing the development of renewable energy resources. This strategy provides a framework and recommends programs and action plans for this transition.