Last Updated on March 15, 2025, 1:40 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew discussed the future of geothermal energy in St Kitts and Nevis along with Premier of Nevis Mark Brantley, IRENA, and an Icelandic delegation on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Both sides came together through a Zoom meeting and expressed their views on the importance of green energy for the small island developing states and worked towards a solution.
The delegates focused on green renewable energy relating to the sustainable vision of St Kitts and Nevis. PM Drew further explained the government’s green policy initiatives targeted towards reducing climate change.
PM Dr Terrance Drew expressed his gratitude and stated that this collaborative effort with the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) will ensure the success of the geothermal project. Premier Brantley also outlined his pride and expressed his full support for this initiative.
Attendees of the meeting
The meeting was also attended by Minister of Energy Konris Maynard, Francesco La Camera (Director of IRENA), Maria Marelsdottir (Ambassador for Climate Change), Nott Thorberg (Director of Green by Iceland), Sveinn Hannesson (CEO of Iceland Drilling) and other officials from Barbados.
Objectives of the meeting
The main objective of the bilateral meeting was to highlight the importance of the geothermal power plant for St Kitts and Nevis and their sustainable agenda. The two delegations provided and explained their approaches on how to improve the strategy that would help protect the environment and the small island countries.
IRENA and the Icelandic delegation showcased much support towards the regional geothermal project in boosting the already existing green energy programs. They volunteered their support, aid, and services which consist of ways to strengthen the green and sustainable industry in St Kitts and Nevis.
It is to be noted that this cooperation between St Kitts & Nevis, IRENA and Icelandic delegation will help train local officials in geothermal areas that are supposed to improve green energy.
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