SVG’s New Government Participates in Geothermal Study

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By S.Browne. Updated 2:25 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

The Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) has participated in a geothermal energy study visit focused on energy security and cost reduction, as the country continues efforts to advance renewable energy development.

The study visit was held in Portugal and Spain from April 14–22, 2026. Representing SVG was Minister of Health, Wellness, Environmental Health and Energy Daniel Cummings, and Energy Unit Director Lance Peters.

The mission, supported by the European Union under its Global Gateway programme and implemented by the Foundation for the International Association of Project Managers (FIAP), brought together member states of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) and regional energy institutions to advance geothermal development, energy security and climate resilience across the Caribbean.

Delegates engaged in technical exchanges and site visits in the Azores and Gran Canaria, examining geothermal operations and frameworks for financing, regulation, and grid integration in small island systems. The programme included high-level meetings with Portuguese energy authorities and participation in the Global Sustainable Islands Summit and Geothermal Forum.

Key takeaways highlighted geothermal energy as a viable, reliable solution for reducing electricity costs and strengthening resilience, with early investment, risk mitigation, and strong regulatory frameworks identified as critical to success.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines has been pursuing geothermal energy development over the past several years as part of its broader efforts to strengthen energy security and reduce reliance on imported diesel. The La Soufrière volcanic region has remained central to these plans due to its geothermal potential, with support from international partners including Reykjavik Geothermal (RG), the European Union, and regional energy institutions under the OECS framework.

While the programme has progressed through phases of exploration, drilling, and technical assessment, the Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines says it remains committed to advancing geothermal development as part of its broader renewable energy strategy, with continued studies and international cooperation expected to guide the project’s long-term viability.

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