This Page is Under Construction…
Responsible Green Travel to Dominica
Sustainable Eco-Tourism in Dominica
The Government of Dominica is working to keep the island a natural beauty through protection of an extensive natural park system which includes the Cabrits National Park, the Northern Forest Reserve, Central Forest Reserve and Morne Trois Pitons National Park, a tropical forest blended with scenic volcanic features, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Dominica is also preserving life in the water with marine parks such as the Soufriere-Scott’s Head Marine Reserve and the Douglas Bay Marine Park.
As of 2019, Dominica has instituted a ban on ‘single use’ plastic and Styrofoam across the island.
Dominica’s Sea Turtle Conservation Organization is working to conduct national sea turtle research, preserve fauna and to support Dominica’s ecotourism.
There are over a dozen “eco” lodges and hotels in Dominica. They take actions on conserving water, installing green lighting, reducing carbon footprint etc. Hotels can offer local organic food and workshops on recycling. (More info Coming Soon…)
Energy Sustainability – Electrical Power Production in Dominica
Dominica’s electricity production depends largely on fossil fuel imports along with hydro-electric power. Three hydroelectric plants on the Roseau River produce 28% of the island’s electricity supply.
The government is developing renewable energy strategies in order to lower costs and become energy independent. Another important goal is to provide electricity to all Dominicans. A target for self-sufficiency was set for the year 2020. Major steps in regards to the green energy strategy are:
- 2007 a program sponsored by Cuba replaced 280,000 incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs in Dominican households;
- 2009 DOMLEC installed 26,000 smart meters as part of its Automated Meter Infrastructure (AMI) project;
- 2011 the government drafted National Energy Plan (revised in 2014)
- 2013 and 2014 a government-led initiative installed LED streetlights.
- First wind turbines were erected in 2002 (1 kW unit) and in 2008 (225 kW unit), which is grid connected.
Research and or proposals for wind, geothermal, and bio-gas have been ongoing for some time with varying degrees of success.
Recent funding has re-invigorated the geothermal project – 7mw power plant under development (Geothermal Risk Mitigation Project) could tip the island’s energy consumption >50% renewables
There is a small-scale Solar PV system at Morne Diablotin National Park, and several isolated systems with various resort operators. Private individuals have also introduced solar power primarily for household water-heating.
Dominica’s sustainable energy development priority is with the potential of Geo-thermal. The plan is to build a small geothermal power plant (5-7 MW) at Wotten Waven. If successful, a larger plant will be built.
Back to Sustainability in the Caribbean
Back to Dominica Vacations
Back to the Active Caribbean Travel Home page
