Affordable solar Cuba

Is solar energy a viable energy source in Cuba?

But, like most Caribbean nations, Cuba has immense potential for energy generation from renewable alternatives, including solar energy, which can be utilized to meet domestic and small business needs. Cuba’s renewable energy output is small, estimated to be at about 4% of its overall production in 2012.

How much solar energy will Cuba have by 2030?

The Cuban government has stated that it wants to have 700 MW of solar energy capacity installed by 2030. Cuba can rely on local expertise to help support the growth of solar energy around the country.

How will solar energy impact Cuba's energy demand and production?

For solar energy to have a long-term impact on Cuba’s energy demand and production, projects must expand beyond off-grid usage. The focus should shift toward urban applications of solar systems and the further development of solar-powered domestic appliances.

Does Cuba have a solar farm?

Although solar energy projects have thus far been limited to remote areas, capacity has increased considerably in recent years. In 2013 Cuba’s first solar farm opened in Cantarrana, near Cienfuegos, with a capacity of 2.6 MWp.

Can Cuba build a solar power plant?

The loan should partly help finance four 10 MW solar power plants. Beyond that, the Cuban government has a long way to go if it is to build the planned 700 MW of solar capacity and secure the $3.5 billion that are necessary to fund its vision of a countrywide energy transformation.

How many solar panels are produced in Cuba?

The government has built a manufacturing plant that has produced 14,000 photovoltaic solar panels, also near Cienfuegos. Currently, the Granma Province has the largest percentage of renewable energy generation within Cuba at about 37% in 2013.