What is securing the Bahamas' energy future?

nd focus, discipline, and courage.This document, Securing The Bahamas’ Energy Future, is a record of that choice—and a roadmap of he journey we are taking together. It lays out clearly where we started, the obstacles we inherited, and the urgent interventions we mad

What will Bahama's energy system look like in the future?

early defined rules of engagement.Looking ahead, Bahamians can expect their energy system t become more than just functional. It will be a driver of prosperity. As the reforms continue to unfold, citizens will experience more equitable access to services, better value for money, and a greater degree of self-determination over their co

How long will energy reform last in the Bahamas?

rgy reform over a 10-year horizon. The Bahamas stands apart globally in its commitment to energy equity—providing the same level of reliability and access to its most remote and vulnerable communit

How is the Bahamas reducing its energy monopoly?

The Bahamas has been taking steps to end the state-owned utility’s energy monopoly and reduce the energy sector’s carbon and environmental footprints in line with national and international greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and climate change goals. Government leaders have earmarked $170 million for renewable energy financing in the 2019–2020 budget.

How does energy affect the Bahamian economy?

riers across the Bahamian economy. Energy expenditures ranked among the top cost drivers for businesses, particularly in tourism, logi tics, manufacturing, and services. With energy prices fluctuating between $0.28 and $0.35 per kilowatt-hour, and fuel surcharges tied to volatile oil markets, operational planning and

Why are fuel surcharges so high in Bahama?

rced from volatile global markets. This left the national energy system vulnerable to fuel price fluctuations, supply chain disrupt ons, and geopolitical instability. For Bahamian consumers, this translated into high and unpredictable fuel surcharges