Will the government of Belize invest in solar energy?

The Government of Belize intends to encourage investment in utility solar-energy facilities. However, it has not yet publicly announced a request for proposals. On a smaller scale, the Government of Belize has installed solar micro-grids and solar-powered streetlights in rural communities not yet connected to the national grid.

Why is Belize not connected to the National Grid?

Significant portions of Belize, including tourist hotspots such as the cayes and eco-tourism lodges in the rainforest, are not connected to the national grid. Belize remains a net-importer of electricity from Mexico, making energy imports expensive and unpredictable.

Does Belize use solar power?

Belize uses solar power on a smaller scale, with the Government having installed solar micro-grids and solar-powered streetlights in rural communities not yet connected to the national grid. The Government of Belize, along with Belize Electricity Limited (BEL), intends to launch a pilot project introducing electric vehicles.

Is Belize a good place to invest in energy?

Belize's energy sector is looking to expand in biomass and small-scale solar, as well as create new opportunities in electric vehicles, large-scale solar, liquefied natural gas (LNG), and waste-to-energy. However, Belize remains a net-importer of electricity from Mexico, which makes energy imports expensive and unpredictable.

Will electric buses replace diesel buses in Belize?

The Belizean government envisions a fleet of electric buses to replace the 1960-1970s-era diesel buses that currently serve as the country’s primary public transportation network. This is a best prospect industry sector for this country.