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2 LUCELEC, NURC ACTION Develop an Integrated Resource and Resilience Plan (IRRP) from the existing Integrated Resource MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2024

3 Plan (IRP) from 2016. LUCELEC, NURC Conduct a pre-feasibility study for offshore wind or tidal energy systems, considering Category 5 ACTION hurricane resistance, to assess financial, economic and technical viability, as well as resilience 2026 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 4 requirements. ACTION Review and adjust the draft Grid Code to ensure consistency and readiness to implement

2023 NURC (lead) 5 the NEP, seek necessary approvals, initiate approved Grid Code implementation. ACTION Following the results of the updated IRRP (Action 3 above), continue geothermal exploration 2023–25 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 6 and if feasible, incorporate geothermal resources into the energy mix. ACTION Develop and implement a public awareness campaign and dissemination plan for the 2023–30 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 7 energy-sector. ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Assess the human, institutional, and technical capacity gaps in the energy sector. 2024

8 MESDISTVT-ED, SALCC ACTION Offer additional tax incentives to motivate investment in sustainable energy technologies From 2023 MFEDYE (lead)

9 (e.g., VAT exemption). onward MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION From 2024 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Promote the use of renewable energy (RE) technologies for water delivery and treatment. 10 onward CAWASA, WASCO, WRMA ACTION From 2024 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Develop a central energy-sector database. 11 onward DoS, LUCELEC, MESDISTVT ACTION By MFEDYE (lead) Mandate specific levels of local participation in new RE investments. 12 2024/2025 CoM, DoED, ISL, NURC continued Goal 1: Ensure a secure, reliable, affordable, transparent, greener, and resilient energy sector Objective 2: Establish a Consistent and Stable Legal Framework that Enhances Predictability in the Energy Sector and Fosters Investments in Renewable Energy RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Enact legislation for the electricity sector to establish rules governing sector organisation, MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2023 1 market entry, and rights and obligations of all stakeholders. AGC, Parliament MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Pass legislation for the creation of a legal framework for the exploration and Sustainable Development By 2025 2 development of geothermal resources. Piton Management Area (PMA), AGC, Parliament ACTION Establish a transparent and competitive procurement process for utility-scale,

2023 NURC (lead) 3 new RE generation projects. ACTION Approve clear rules on monitoring and implementation of electricity-sector planning to NURC (lead) 2023 4 safeguard sector policies and government commitments. LUCELEC, MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Approve other regulations and performance standards needed to implement the Electricity Act. 2023–26

5 AGC, Parliament MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) ACTION Ensure, in coordination with the corresponding authorities, adoption of other sectoral From 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED, AGC, 6 legislation applicable to RE projects, such as environmental regulations. onward Parliament Objective 3: Ensure a Stable, Predictable, and Consistent Institutional Framework RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Grant legal authority to the Energy Division of MIPTPDUR to adopt and implement a comprehen- ACTION AGC, MoPS, Cabinet headed sive policy and plan for the entire energy sector, including oil, ensuring that it has the appropriate 2023–24 1 by the Prime Minister, human resources to perform this function. Parliament Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 10 continued Goal 1: Ensure a secure, reliable, affordable, transparent, greener, and resilient energy sector Objective 3: Meet the target of 50% penetration of renewable energy in the electricity mix by 2030 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Review and clarify the allocation of functions for oversight of the oil sector, between AGC, Caabinet headed by By 2025 2 the Ministry of Finance and the Energy Division of MIPTPDUR. the Prime Minister, MFEDYE, Parliament MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Revise and amend, as necessary, the Cabinet Decision granting functions to the Energy Division

2023 Cabinet headed by the Prime 3 of MIPTPDUR, to prevent overlapping with regulatory functions of the NURC. Minister Objective 4: Reduce the Environmental Impact of Electricity Production and Distribution RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS Set targets by 2025. ACTION Monitor Set targets and monitor SOX, NOX, and related pollutants. MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) 1 pollutants annually thereafter SWMA (lead) ACTION Establish a clear system for end-of-life disposal of renewable energy equipment and associated By 2025 MIPTPDUR-ED, MESDISTVT- 2 technologies, such as batteries. SDD, MIPTPDUR-TD ACTION Develop and approve environmental standards for the decommissioning of generation units SWMA (lead) 2024 3 using thermal and renewable energy. MESDISTV-SDD, SLBS ACTION Establish information systems and infrastructure that promote knowledge-sharing on SLBS (lead) By 2025 4 environmental standards, best practices, and legislation. MESDISTV-SDD ACTION From 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Ensure an evaluation of environmental issues in the energy sector is integral to energy planning. 5 onward MESDISTVT-SDD SWMA (lead) ACTION Update studies on waste streams and evaluate the potential of waste-to-energy (WTE)

2024 MESDISTVT, MIPTPDUR-ED, 6 technologies for power generation. WASCO Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 11 continued Goal 1: Ensure a secure, reliable, affordable, transparent, greener, and resilient energy sector Objective 4: Meet the target of 50% penetration of renewable energy in the electricity mix by 2030 ACTION If WTE technologies are feasible (See Action 6 above), develop regulations for environmentally- SWMA (lead) By 2025 7 friendly electricity generation from waste. NURC, WASCO MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Enact legislation to ensure the development of power plants based on RE, in line with

2025 Attorney General’s Chambers, 8 environmental and social standards. NURC, LUCELEC Objective 5: Integrate Resilience Considerations Into Energy Planning RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS Increase system resilience by promoting self-generation of renewable energy in combination ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) with combined heat and power generation (co-generation) in tourism and industrial sectors From 2023

1 SLCC, SLHTA, SLMA of the economy. Conduct technical studies to determine the need and indicative location of grid-tied, energy- ACTION LUCELEC (lead) storage systems, and micro-grids, taking account of resilience considerations, and implement By 2024

2 MIPTPDUR-ED, NURC enabling regulation. ACTION Mandate a triennial study to enhance technical resilience of the energy system (generation, LUCELEC (lead) From 2023 3 storage, transmission and distribution) for system planning and operation. MIPTPDUR-ED LUCELEC (lead) ACTION Assess the need for cybersecurity analysis and legislation geared at protecting the national grid From 2024 Ministry of Home Affairs, 4 from cyber attacks. MIPTPDUR-ED, Parliament Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 12 GOAL 2 Decarbonise thermal applications Objective 1: Promote Installation of Solar Water Heaters RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION MFEDYE (lead) Analyse if further incentives are needed to bolster the deployment of solar water heaters (SWH). By 2025

1 MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION Collaborate with international and regional stakeholders to set appropriate standards for SWH. 2023–24 SLBS (lead) 2 ACTION Conduct training programs to build local capacity for SWH manufacture, installation, NSDC, 2023–25 MESDISTVT-TVET, SALCC, 3 and maintenance. Solar installers ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Enhance public awareness campaigns about the benefits of SWH. 2023–25

4 MESDISTVT-ED, NSDC ACTION Set targets for installation of SWH equipment in government buildings, hospitals, schools, By 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 5 and community centres. Objective 2: Promote the Use of Innovative Thermal Applications in the Residential and Commercial Sectors RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Demonstrate and promote significant use of thermal applications beyond domestic SWH (solar ESCOs, MESDISTVT-ED, MoA, 2023–26 1 cooling, geothermal hot-water systems, solar dryers for agriculture, etc.). Private-sector installers of solar energy equipment ACTION Provide incentives and financial assistance to facilitate adoption of technologies noted in Action 1. 2023–30 MFEDYE (lead) 2 ACTION Collaborate with international and regional stakeholders to implement appropriate standards 2023–24 SLBS (lead) 3 for thermal applications noted in Action 1. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 13 continued Goal 2: Decarbonise thermal applications Objective 3: Promote the Use of Efficient Cooking Technologies RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Facilitate financial assistance to increase the uptake of modern, efficient electric cooking MFEDYE (lead) 2023–30 1 appliances. Financial Institutions ACTION SLBS (lead) Set optimum efficiency and environmental standards for electric cooking appliances. 2023–24

2 MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION Develop public awareness campaigns on the benefits of using electricity for cooking (lower GHG MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2023–25 3 emissions, cleaner homes, etc.). MESDISTVT-EdD, NSDD ACTION Revise the structure of taxes and subsidies to encourage use of energy-efficient cooking MFEDYE (lead) 2023–24 4 appliances. NURC ACTION Assess potential for the use of biogas technology or other sources of renewable energy MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) 2023–24 5 for cooking. MoA, AGIT Objective 4: Promote the Use of Innovative Thermal Applications in the Industrial and Tourism Sectors RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Develop a full-fledged analysis of potential electrification of existing thermal applications 2023–26 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 1 in industries and hotels. ACTION Conduct a pre-feasibility analysis on technical requirements, costs, and energy savings to MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2023–26 2 be gained from the adoption of solar-thermal technology. SLMA Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 14 GOAL 3 Make reduction in energy intensity a key driver of decarbonisation Objective 1: Define and Approve Energy Efficiency Targets RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Develop economic and technical studies to define a credible energy efficiency (EE) target, MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2023–25 1 based on draft EE legislation. MESDISTVT-SDD, SLBS ACTION Set a target for energy-intensity reduction by relevant sectors for 2030, based on the 2010 By 2025 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2 baseline for intensity. Objective 2: Demonstrate Government Leadership in Energy Efficiency Measures RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Align energy conservation and efficiency initiatives with Government procurement guidelines MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2023–35 1 and practices. MESDISTVT-SDD MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Implement measures to reduce energy consumption in government and public facilities by 20% 2023–30 Government institutions, 2 over the next 10 years, based on the 2010 baseline. MESDISTVT ACTION Implement a monitoring programme and a monitoring-reporting-validation scheme for energy 2023–25 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 3 consumption at government facilities. ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Complete implementation of the Street Lighting LED Retrofit Project. 2023–25

4 MOED Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 15 continued Goal 3: Make reduction in energy intensity a key driver of decarbonisation Objective 3: Ensure that Appliances are as Efficient as Possible RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION SLBS (lead) Encourage mandatory labelling of all energy-using equipment. By 2025

1 MIPTPDUR-ED MoC (lead) ACTION Implement a campaign with local retailers to inform customers on energy-efficient appliances By 2025 AGIT, MIPTPDUR-ED, NCA, 2 and energy labels. SLBS, SLCC Introduce mandatory minimum standards of energy efficiency for electrical equipment, including ACTION SLBS (lead) air-conditioning units, refrigerators, indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures, water-heating devices By 2025

3 MIPTPDUR-ED and televisions. ACTION Ban import and trade of electrical devices or appliances that do not fulfil mandatory minimum MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) By 2025 4 efficiency performance standards (established under Action 3 above). CED, MFEDYE, SLBS ACTION MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) Ban the import of incandescent light bulbs. By 2025

5 CED, MFEDYE, SLBS ACTION Define a monitoring, reporting and verification mechanism to monitor compliance. By 2025 SLBS (lead) 6 Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 16 continued Goal 3: Make reduction in energy intensity a key driver of decarbonisation Objective 4: Reduce or Eliminate soft Barriers to the Uptake of Energy Conservation and Efficiency Projects RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Introduce demand-side management programme, incorporating international best practices NURC (lead) 2023–25 1 and findings from market surveys. LUCELEC, MIPTPDUR-ED, SLBS ACTION Develop educational programs and market-based mechanisms, such as rebates, to enhance 2023–25 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2 consumer awareness of the benefits of improved energy efficiency. ACTION Develop training programs for public awareness and education on the importance of improving MESDISTVT-ED (co-lead) 2023–25 3 energy efficiency. MIPTPDUR-ED (co-lead) MESDISTVT-ED and TVU-TVET ACTION Identify energy-efficiency skill requirements across different sectors of the economy. 2023–25 (lead) 4 MIPTPDUR-ED, EDSALC MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Establish cooperative programmes among government agencies, private-sector entities, and AGI, MESDISTVT-SDD, 2023–25 5 academic institutions to develop energy-efficient technologies. MESDISTVT-SDD-EdU, SALCC, SLBS ACTION Establish mechanisms for annual reporting on improvements to energy efficiency based on MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2023–25 6 actual energy use and in relation to annual national benchmarks for energy use. NSO ACTION Provide and promote information on energy-efficient housing options. 2023–25 MIPTPDUR-DPD (lead) 7 ACTION MoC (lead) Support and assist the establishment of Energy Service Companies (ESCOs1). 2023–25

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1 ESCO: Energy Service Companies, which offer their customers a variety of solutions for saving energy. ESCO services include energy auditing, redesign and retrofitting, as well as new investments that aim to improve energy efficiency. These companies are remunerated from the energy savings achieved. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 17 continued Goal 3: Make reduction in energy intensity a key driver of decarbonisation Objective 5: Promote the Use of Energy Efficient Technologies in Water Production RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Assess current energy efficiency in water production and distribution and recommend WASCO (lead) 2023–24 1 improvements as required. WRMA, MIPTPDUR-ED, NURC ACTION WASCO (lead) Develop a roadmap to implement the any improvements recommended as a result of Action 1. 2024–25

2 MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION WASCO (lead) Implement the recommendations from the energy audit of WASCO. 2023–25

3 MIPTPDUR-ED Objective 6: Ensure that Energy Efficiency is Incentivised Through the Correct Tariff Mechanism RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Evaluate tariff studies on various incentives for customers to improve energy efficiency while NURC (lead) 2023–24 1 maintaining financial viability of the utility. LUCELEC, MIPTPDUR-PUD ACTION NURC (lead) Implement an electricity-tariff reform that integrates the results of Action 1. 2024–25

2 LUCELEC, MIPTPDUR-PUD Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 18 continued Goal 3: Make reduction in energy intensity a key driver of decarbonisation Objective 7: Reduce the Fuel Consumption of Vehicles with Internal Combustion Engines RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Set allowed emission standards/targets for vehicles with internal combustion engines (ICEs) and MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) By 2025 1 encourage the use of low-emission vehicles. MIPTPDUR-ED, SLBS SLBD (lead) ACTION Introduce a mandatory emissions labelling mechanism for ICE vehicles with tax/duty repercussions. By 2025 MESDISTVT-SDD, MFEDYE, 2 MIPTPDUR-TD ACTION SLBS (lead) Discourage the import of ICE vehicles below the minimum standards set under Action 1. By 2025

3 MIPTPDUR-ED, MIPTPDUR-TD ACTION Establish a system of penalties for owners of existing ICE vehicles that do not meet emissions SLBS (lead) By 2025 4 standards. MFEDYE-CE, MIPTPDUR-TD ACTION Impose penalties on importers and dealers involved in the sale of ICE vehicles that do not meet SLBD (lead) By 2025 5 efficiency standards. MFEDYE-CE, MIPTPDUR-TD MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) ACTION Encourage sustainable driving-pattern programmes that minimise increased fuel consumption By 2025 NCOPT, NADS, 6 and vehicle emissions. MESDISTVT-SDD MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) ACTION Develop awareness campaigns on the benefits of regular preventive maintenance, including oil By 2024 SALCC, NADS, 7 changes, to ensure that ICE vehicles operate at optimum efficiency. MESDISTVT-SDD ACTION Evaluate the potential impact of introducing mandatory periodic vehicle inspections (minimum MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) By 2025 8 conditions to pass, frequency, etc.), and hold a related open public consultation. SLBS ACTION Adopt the necessary legislation to implement mandatory vehicle inspections, following the results of MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) 2023–24 9 open public consultation on Action 8. MESDISTVT-SDD SLBS ACTION From 2023 Ensure that ICE vehicle compliance with emissions standards is permanently monitored. MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) 10 onwards Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 19 continued Goal 3: Make reduction in energy intensity a key driver of decarbonisation Objective 8: Retrofit Existing Buildings for Energy Efficiency Enhancement RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Encourage retrofitting of existing tourism and industrial facilities to maximise energy efficiency. 2023–30

1 MOT, SLHTA, SLCC ACTION Facilitate retrofitting of existing structures by providing adequate incentives, following feasibility MFEDYE (lead) 2023–30 2 analysis by the Ministry of Finance. MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION SLBS (lead) Adopt lighting and appliance efficiency schemes. By 2024

3 MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION Conduct standardised energy audits of all buildings owned and occupied by the government and By 2025 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 4 encourage retrofitting if necessary. MIPTPDUR-(lead) ACTION Establish training and capacity-building on energy auditing, efficiency improvements and By 2025 MESDISTVT-ED and TVET (lead) 5 conservation options. SALCC ACTION Encourage the implementation of CREEBC and SLBS standards for energy efficiency in retrofit SLBS (lead) By 2025 6 projects for buildings. MIPTPDUR-ED Objective 9: Apply Energy Efficiency Measures in New Buildings RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Encourage compliance with CARICOM’s Regional Energy-Efficiency Building Code (CREEBC) in the MIPTPDUR-PPS (lead) 2023–30 1 construction of new buildings. MIPTPDUR-ED, SLBS ACTION Promote best practices to maximise energy efficiency (EE) and reduce energy operational costs MIPTPDUR-PPS (lead) 2023–30 2 in the design of new tourism and industrial facilities. SLHTA, SLCC, SLMA ACTION Develop minimum energy performance standards for buildings. By 2024 SLBS (lead) 3 MIPTPDUR-PPS (lead ACTION Develop a green-energy certification programme that monitors compliance with EE measures and By 2025 MESDISTVT-SDD, SLBS, SLHTA, 4 other environmental standards. SLCC, SLMA continued Goal 3: Make reduction in energy intensity a key driver of decarbonisation Objective 10: Develop a Suitable, Effective Regulatory and Institutional Framework to Ensure Timely, Systematic Implementation of Energy Efficiency Measures RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Enhance the enforcement powers of the institutions responsible for adopting, monitoring and MIPTPDUR (lead) By 2025 1 enforcing all legislation related to energy efficiency. CoM, AGC, SLBS ACTION MIPTPDUR-(lead) Enact the Energy Efficiency Bill. 2023–25

2 AGC, Parliament ACTION Adopt regulations necessary for the implementation of the Energy Efficiency Act resulting from 2023–25 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead)

3 Action 2. Annually, ACTION Implement continuous assessment of capacity-building and training for staff performing EE-related MIPTPDUR-EPU (lead) from 2023 4 functions in existing institutions. SALCC, APE onward GOAL 4 DECARBONISE THE TRANSPORT SECTOR Objective 1: Promote the Use of Alternative Fuels Where Feasible RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS Starting 2023, ACTION with project MESDISTVT (lead)MoA, Promote research and development of alternative fuels and identify potentially feasible projects. 1 identification MIPTPDUR-TD, MIPTPDUR-ED by 2025 ACTION SLBS (lead) Develop the necessary regulatory framework for the introduction of new fuels. By 2025

2 MESDISTVT Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 21 continued Goal 4: Decarbonise the transport sector Objective 2: Minimise the Time Use of Vehicles RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) Research traffic routing and patterns to address congestion points and/or routes. 2023–24

1 MIPTDUR-TD MIPTPDUR TD (lead) ACTION Evaluate alternatives to move towards a more efficient and effective transport sector. 2023–24 MIPTPDUR-ED, 2 MESDISTVT-SDD ACTION Promote carpooling opportunities. 2023 MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) 3 MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) ACTION Encourage sustainable transport. 2023–24 MIPTPDUR-ED, 4 MESDISTVT-SDD MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) ACTION Conduct public awareness campaigns and dialogue among stakeholders to promote efficient 2023–25 MIPTPDUR- ED, 5 transportation. MESDISTVT-SDD ACTION MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) Optimise routes and operation times of the public transportation system. 2023–25

6 MIPTPDUR-TD MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) ACTION MFEDYE–National Establish incentives for the use of public transport. 2023–24

7 Development & Economic Planning Divisions, NCOPT MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) ACTION Identify infrastructure needs to establish an efficient and resilient transport system offering MFEDYE–National 2023–24 8 island-wide coverage. Development & Economic Planning Division Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 22 continued Goal 4: Decarbonise the transport sector Objective 3: Encourage the Adoption of a Greater Percentage of Electric Vehicles and Hybrids in the National Vehicle Fleet and Establish a Framework for the Development of Sustainable Road Transport RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Develop a roadmap for the penetration of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid vehicles in the MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) By 2025 1 government vehicle fleet by 2030. MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION Develop a certification programme for technicians to be qualified to work on EVs and hybrid MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) By 2023 2 vehicles. APE, SLBS ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Enhance training for local institutions/companies to provide maintenance on EVs and hybrid vehicles. 2023–25

3 MIPTPDUR-TD MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Educate the public on comparative operation and maintenance costs of running diesel or gasoline 2023–25 MESDISTVT-SDD 4 vehicles compared to EVs and hybrids. MIPTPDUR-TD ACTION MFEDYE (lead) Create additional incentives for importing EVs. 2023–24

5 MIPTPDUR-ED ACTION Identify locations and needs of charging infrastructure, with special consideration given MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2023–25 6 to petrol stations. LUCELEC, MIPTPDUR-TD ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Facilitate public demonstration of technical and environmental performance of EVs. 2023–25

7 MIPTPDUR-TD ACTION Adopt legal and institutional frameworks that support implementation of the electric mobility MIPTPDUR-PUD (lead), AGC 2023–25 8 strategy. (lead) MIPTPDUR-TD ACTION Develop economic and technical studies to define a credible energy efficiency (EE) target, MIPTPDUR-EPUD (lead) 2023–25 9 based on draft EE legislation. MIPTPDUR-TD, SLBS ACTION MIPTPDUR-TD (lead) Develop a monitoring, reporting and verification system to track EV performance. 2023–25

10 MIPTPDUR-ED Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 23 Ensure a safe, reliable, transparent and affordable supply of petroleum products along with their GOAL 5 efficient, environmentally safe storage, handling and use during the transition phase Objective 1: Foster a Resilient and Transparent Supply of Oil Products RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Ensure that management of energy reserves provides sufficient availability, especially in emergency MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2023–25 1 or other special conditions. MFEDYE ACTION Establish regulatory regimes for the petroleum sector to ensure efficient procurement, sourcing, MFEDYE (lead) 2023–25 2 indexation, and pricing of petroleum products on a competitive basis, and in a transparent manner. MESDISTVT-SDD, SLPA Objective 2: Ensure That Oil Supply Meets the Required Environmental Criteria RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS NEMO (lead) ACTION Implement a plan for the management and mitigation of oil spills. 2024 MESDISTVT-SDD, MIPTPDUR- 1 SLASPA, SLPA ACTION MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) Define a policy for the mitigation of fuel transport disasters. 2024

2 NEMO, SLPA ACTION SLBS (lead) Mandate the utilisation of catalysts or particle filters. By 2024

3 AGC, MESDISTVT-SDD ACTION MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) Implement a policy for compulsory recycling of used oil. 2025

4 SWMA ACTION MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) Mandate the import and trade of petroleum products with low-sulphur content. 2023–30

5 AGC, MFEDYE, SLBS ACTION MESDISTVT-SDD (lead) Revise the Minerals (Vesting) Act, identify gaps, and make necessary amendments. By 2024

6 AGC Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 24 Ensure that human, technical, and institutional capacities are aligned with the needs of the energy GOAL 6 sector and national energy policy objectives, by the integration of social and gender aspects in the development of the sector Objective 1: Improve Education on Sustainable Energy Issues RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Institutionalise educational programs to train students on different energy topics, such as better ways MESDISTVT-ED (lead) By 2025 1 to manage energy usage, encouraging an attitude shift towards responsible energy use. MIPTPDUR-EPUD, SALCC MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Deliver promotional campaigns on the use of renewable energy to primary, secondary and tertiary 2023–30 MESDISTVT-ED 2 education centers. MESDISTVT-SDD ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Establish a national energy education program to promote energy awareness in school curricula. By 2025

3 MESDISTVT-ED ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Facilitate professional training to incorporate sustainable energy technologies. By 2024

4 MESDISTVT-ED, SALCC MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Create a dynamic information infrastructure for consumers and investor, with easy access to By 2024 Private-sector installers of solar 5 information on sustainable energy activities. energy equipment, AGIT Objective 2: Ensure That Institutions Required to Implement the Training Programmes in the Action Plan Have Sufficient and Adequately Trained Staff RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Identify training needs of institutions on matters related to sustainable energy. By 2024 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 1 ACTION MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) Develop and implement training plans related to policy goals. 2023–25

2 MESDISTVT-TVET, SALCC Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 25 continued Goal 6: Ensure that human, technical, and institutional capacities are aligned with the needs of the energy sector and national energy policy objectives, by the integration of social and gender aspects in the development of the sector Objective 3: Ensure Adequate Education on the Content of the National Energy Policy so That it is Widely Known and Accepted by Society RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS ACTION Evaluate the most efficient way to provide social-protection mechanisms to the vulnerable population, MFEDYE (lead) By 2025 1 to ensure that energy services are accessible to all citizens. MSTE, CoM MIPTPDUR-PUD ACTION MFEDYE (lead) Create an information campaign promoting the use of energy-efficient products. By 2024

2 MIPTPDUR-ED MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) ACTION Involve NGOs in education campaigns related to sustainable aspects of the energy sector, By 2024 MESDISTVT-ED 3 such as energy efficiency. MESDIKSTVT-SDD ACTION Ensure that stakeholders are engaged in decision-making at all stages of energy sector MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) By 2023–30 4 transformation. MESDISTVT Objective 4: Promote a Gender Balance in the Energy Sector RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS Ensure the understanding of energy-efficiency aspects in the domestic environment, encourage the MIPTPDUR-EPUD (lead) ACTION choice of more efficient energy products and technologies, promote educational campaigns and 2023–25 MESDISTVT-ED 1 collaboration with NGOs, and support expanded opportunities for women. MPSHALGA-GAD ACTION Involve NGOs supporting women’s development, in public consultations related to energy From 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 2 matters. (i.e., public hearings). onward MESDISTVT-ED, MPSHALGA-GAD MESDISTVT-ED (lead) ACTION Promote equal opportunities for women in the energy sector’s labour force and promote women’s From 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED (lead) 3 education in STEM studies linked to the energy sector. onward MPSHALGA-GAD, SALCC MoC (lead) ACTION Implement a grant to encourage higher female participation in STEM programmes at Sir Arthur By 2023 MESDISTVT-ED,

4 Lewis Community College. MPSHALGA-GAD, SALCC Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 26 GOAL 7 Facilitate access to financing for renewable energy and energy efficiency measures Objective 1: Facilitate Local Financing and Enfranchisement for Green Energy Projects RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS MFEDYE (lead) ACTION Facilitate sourcing of low-cost development funds for productive enterprises to design and develop 2023–30 MIPTPDUR-ED, 1 energy technology projects. MESDISTVT-SDD, MoED ACTION MFEDYE (lead) Provide the mechanisms and infrastructure for mitigation outcomes. 2023–30

2 MESDISTVT-SDD ACTION MFEDYE (lead) Promote local enfranchisement in green-energy projects. 2023–30

3 MoC Objective 2: Facilitate Local Financing and Enfranchisement for Green Energy Projects RESPONSIBLE ACTIONS TIMING INSTITUTIONS Train local financial institutions in evaluating the risks associated with investment in renewable MFEDYE (lead) ACTION energy or energy-efficiency projects, including mechanisms to reduce risk and develop viable 2023–25 BASL, MESDISTVT-SDD, 1 business models. MIPTPDUR-ED MFEDYE (lead) ACTION Study the feasibility of developing a local financing market for green-energy projects, by providing 2023–25 BASL, ISL and MoC, 2 insurance to financial institutions. MIPTPDUR-ED Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 27 SAINT LUCIA NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY (2023–30) ACTION PLAN Monitoring and Evaluation Framework Government of Saint Lucia Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 28 MONITORING AND EVALUATION FRAMEWORK OVERVIEW The NEP’s seven goals are designed to support far-reaching transformation of To ensure progress toward meeting NEP goals, the Government has designed a the country’s energy system from 2023 to 2030, to meet an overarching target preliminary monitoring and evaluation framework consisting of: (a) a set of outputs of reducing Saint Lucia’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by the energy sector to be delivered by specific institutions according to planned timeline (Table 2.1); to seven percent below the level of emissions in 2010. To achieve this reduction, and (b) a set of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to show the extent to which the the Government envisions about half of electricity supply to be generated from NEP is on track to meet its goals (Table 2.2). renewable energy (RE). This target compares to around only five percent of electricity currently generated from RE sources and 95 percent generated from A Monitoring and Evaluation Group, described in Section 1, will assess progress imported oil. in the delivery of outputs and meeting KPIs, at least annually. This group will also produce a midterm evaluation report in 2026 and a final evaluation report in 2030. By 2030, the Government plans to have at least one third of its vehicles running on electricity and to achieve major reductions in energy use through improvements to energy-efficiency and conservation measures. In order to achieve such ambitious developments in just seven years, the Government has assigned institutions to each of the 145 actions supporting the 30 objectives of the seven goals; it has also set related timelines. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 29 Photo: Simone D. McCourtie / World Bank � TABLE 2.1: PLANNED OUTPUTS GOAL OBJECTIVE ACTION OUTPUT / DELIVERABLE RESPONSIBLE TIMELINE NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER INSTITUTION (LEAD) 1 1 1 Implementation of net billing and appropriate tariff mechanism. NURC 2023 1 1 2 Adopted NETS. MIPTPDUR-ED 2024 1 1 3 Adopted IRRP. MIPTPDUR-ED 2024 1 1 4 Published offshore feasibility study. MIPTPDUR-ED 2026 1 1 5 Established Grid Code. NURC 2023 1 1 11 Updated central database on energy sector. MIPTPDUR-ED From 2023 1 2 1 Enacted Electricity Sector Bill. MIPTPDUR-ED 2023 1 2 2 Enacted Geothermal Energy Bill. MIPTPDUR-ED By 2025 1 2 4 Established procurement process for new RE generation projects to sell electricity MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2026 to LUCELEC. 1 3 2 Revised ministerial functions related to oil. MIPTPDUR-ED By 2025 1 3 3 Revised functions of the ministry in charge of energy and public utilities. MIPTPDUR-ED 2023 1 4 1 SOX, NOX metric and targets, as well as targets for any other GHG emissions. MESDISTVT-SDD 2025 1 4 2 Guidelines for end-of-life disposal of RE equipment. SWMA By 2025 1 4 3 Mandatory environmental standards for thermal decommissioning. SWMA 2024 1 4 4 Updated information systems related to energy-sector guidelines. SLBS By 2025 1 4 6 Updated waste-to-energy (WTE) feasibility study . SWMA 2024 1 4 7 Updated WTE regulations depending on the results of the WTE feasibility study SWMA By 2025 (Action 1.4.6). 1 4 8 Enacted legislation on social and environmental standards for the development Physical Planning 2025 of RE -based power plants. 2 1 1 Study on the potential need for additional incentives to encourage the development MFEDYE By 2025 of SWH. 2 1 1 Updated incentives scheme (including fiscal structure) for SWH and other solar- MFEDYE See related 2 2 2 thermal applications, as well as energy-efficient stoves, and e-cooking devices. actions. 2 3 1 2 3 4 2 1 2 Establishment of SWH standards. SLBS 2023–2024 2 3 5 Study on the potential to harness basic biogas or other RE for cooking. MESDISTVT-SDD 2023–2024 Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 30 Continued � TABLE 2.1: PLANNED OUTPUTS GOAL OBJECTIVE ACTION OUTPUT / DELIVERABLE RESPONSIBLE TIMELINE NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER INSTITUTION (LEAD) 2 4 1 Study on potential electrification of existing thermal applications in industries MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2026 and hotels. 3 1 1 Comprehensive economic and technical study on energy intensity and energy MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2025 efficiency. 3 1 1 Adopted EE target for energy intensity based on the draft EE legislation. MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2025 3 2 4 Finalised street lighting LED retrofits. MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2024 3 3 1 Establishment of a mandatory labelling framework for all energy-using products, SLBS By 2025 3 3 3 including minimum standards. 3 3 2 Promotion campaigns developed with local retailers to inform customers on energy MoC By 2025 efficiency of appliances, including product labels. 3 3 4 Issue legislation banning the import and trade of energy-using products that do not MESDISTVT-SDD By 2025 3 3 5 fulfil mandatory minimum efficiency-performance standards, including incandescent light bulbs. 3 3 6 Define and implement MRV mechanism for EE standards. SLBS By 2025 3 4 1 Implement demand-side management programmes. NURC 2023–2025 3 4 4 Study to identify EE skills requirements across the economy. MESDISTVT-SDD 2023–2025 3 4 5 Establishment of networks/partnerships across government, private and academic MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2025 sectors. 3 4 6 An annual national statistical report on energy-use benchmarks. MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2025 3 5 1 Study on the potential for energy-efficiency improvement in water production WASCO 2023–2025 3 5 2 and distribution, along with a corresponding roadmap. 3 7 1 A mandatory framework labelling car efficiency, including penalties for MIPTPDUR-TD By 2025 3 7 4 non-labelled cars. SLBS 3 7 7 An awareness campaign on fuel consumption, encouraging preventive maintenance. MIPTPDUR-TD By 2024 3 7 8 Study evaluating the introduction of mandatory vehicle inspections. MIPTPDUR-TD By 2025 3 8 1 Legislation encouraging the retrofit of existing hotels and industrial facilities MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2030 to maximize EE. 3 8 4 Energy audits of buildings owned and occupied by the government, covering least 20 MIPTPDUR-ED By 2025 % of facilities per year. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 31 Continued � TABLE 2.1: PLANNED OUTPUTS GOAL OBJECTIVE ACTION OUTPUT / DELIVERABLE RESPONSIBLE TIMELINE NUMBER NUMBER NUMBER INSTITUTION (LEAD) 4 1 1 Study on development of alternative transport fuels. MESDISTVT From 2023 4 1 2 Preparation and approval of a regulatory framework for introduction of alternative SLBS By 2025 fuels (if deemed adequate). 4 2 1 Study on traffic routing and traffic patterns to address congestion. MIPTPDUR-TD 2023–2024 4 2 8 Study on the infrastructure needs for the establishment of a proper e-transport MIPTPDUR-ED and 2023–2025 4 3 1-6 system, including identification of locations and the capacity of charging TD infrastructure to include grid-connected energy storage. 4 3 1 A roadmap for the penetration of electric and hybrid vehicles. MIPTPDUR-TD By 2025 4 3 2 Development of a certification programme for technicians working on EV/hybrid vehicles. MIPTPDUR-TD By 2024 4 3 5 Updated incentives for the importation of EVs. MFEDYE 2023–2024 4 3 9 Issuance of technical and safety regulations applicable to recharging of vehicles. MIPTPDUR-ElecD 2023–2025 5 1 1 Update of regulatory framework for energy and fuel reserves/stocks. MIPTPDUR-ED 2023–2025 5 1 2 Update of regulatory regimes for the petroleum sector, to ensure efficient procure- MFEDYE 2023–2025 ment, sourcing, indexation and pricing of petroleum and petroleum products. 5 2 2 Guidelines and institutional arrangements for petroleum fuel transport mitigation. MESDISTVT-SDD 2024 5 2 3 Passage of legislation mandating the use of catalysts or particle filters. SLBS By 2024 5 2 4 Establishment of a policy mandating recycling of used oil. MESDISTVT-SDD 2025 5 2 6 Adoption of a new Minerals (Vesting) Act. MESDISTVT-SDD By 2024 6 1 1 Establishment of educational programs on sustainable energy. MESDISTVT-ED By 2025 6 2 1 Completion of a study on the training needs of authorities on matters related to NEP MIPTPDUR-ES By 2024 content and specific training plans on sustainable energy. 6 4 2 Implementation of education campaigns and collaboration with NGOs supporting MIPTPDUR-ED From 2023 women on the development of ways to improve the efficiency of domestic energy use. on 7 1 1 Facilitated sourcing of low-cost development funds for productive enterprises MFEDYE 2023–2030 engaged in in energy technology projects. 7 1 3 Establishment of a mechanism and infrastructure to internationally transfer MFEDYE 2023–2030 mitigation outcomes. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 32 � TABLE 2.2: PERFORMANCE INDICATORS, BY NEP GOAL GOAL 1 Ensure a secure, reliable, affordable, transparent, greener, and resilient energy sector. GOAL 2 Decarbonise thermal applications. GOAL 3 Make reduction in energy intensity a key driver of decarbonisation. GOAL 4 Decarbonise the transport sector. Ensure a safe, reliable and affordable supply of petroleum products along with their efficient, environmentally safe storage, GOAL 5 handling and use during the transition phase. Ensure that human, technical and institutional capacities are aligned with the needs of the energy sector and objectives of the national energy GOAL 6 policy, by the integration of social and gender aspects in the development of the sector. GOAL 7 Facilitate access to financing for renewable energy and energy efficiency-measures. GOAL INDICATORS BASELINE TARGET TIMING OF REPORTING NUMBER

1 Share of generation capacity from RE in total installed generation capacity (%). 4.67 Annually, in annual report

1 Number of net billing customers (no.). 0 Annually, in annual report

1 Solar PV installations (utility size and rooftop (in MW). 4.53 Annually, in annual report

1 Geothermal installations (MW). 0 MW Annually, in annual report

1 Annual investment in RE projects (EC$ or USD/year). N/A Biannually, in annual report

1 Share of water production based on RE in total water production (%). N/A Biannually, in annual report

1 Share of local investment in total new RE investments (%). N/A Biannually, in annual report

1 Carbon intensity of the power sector (carbon emissions per KWh generated (gCO2eq/kWh). N/A Biannually, in annual report

1 NOx concentration (ppm). N/A Biannually, in annual report

1 SOx concentration (ppm). N/A Biannually, in annual report

2 Number of SWHs installed . N/A Annually, in annual report

2 Number of e-cooking devices imported over the last year. N/A Annually, in annual report Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 33 Continued � TABLE 2.2: PERFORMANCE INDICATORS, BY NEP GOAL GOAL INDICATORS BASELINE TARGET TIMING OF REPORTING NUMBER

3 Share of street lights using LED technology of total streetlights (%). N/A Biannually, in annual report

3 Number of buildings EE retrofitted . N/A Biannually, in annual report

3 Share of buildings complying with CREEBC (%). N/A Biannually, in annual report

4 Share of vehicles using alternative biofuels (%). N/A Annually, in annual report

4 Share of EV and hybrid vehicles in total vehicle fleet (%). 0.55 Annually, in annual report

4 Number of EV and hybrid vehicles. 231 Annually, in annual report

4 Number of public EV-charging stations . 4 Annually, in annual report

5 Number of oil spills over the past year. N/A Annually, in annual report

5 Annual average number of days of petroleum reserves. N/A Annually, in annual report

6 No. of people with specialised training in energy-sector-related disciplines. 247 Every 3 years, in annual report

6 Share of RE in total final energy consumption of schools and universities. N/A Every 3 years, in annual report

6 Number of personnel certified by specific training developed by the actions of Goal 6. N/A Every 3 years, in annual report

6 Share of women working in the energy sector (%). 31.7 Every 3 years, in annual report

6 Share of women in STEM programmes at Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (%). N/A Every 3 years, in annual report

7 Carbon credit generated by sustainable energy projects (number of credits and/or tCO2eq). N/A Biannually, in annual report Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 34 SAINT LUCIA NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY (2023–30) ACTION PLAN Risk Analysis and Management Government of Saint Lucia Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 35 RISK ANALYSIS AND MANAGEMENT Summary Results Classification and Methodology With the assistance of Mercados-Aries International, the Government of The qualitative evaluation has rated the overall level of each risk identified, Saint Lucia has conducted a qualitative evaluation of the risks to successful as critical, significant, medium, or minor. The overall level of risk is based on implementation of the NEP’s Action Plan. This evaluation has identified 28 risks two factors: subsumed under nine general categories of concern: ▶ Likelihood of the risk materializing, rated as either low, medium, or high. ▶ Limited communication and awareness of RE benefits, possibly constraining ▶ Potential severity of negative impact on NEP NEP buy-in by key stakeholders. implementation or on the economy if the risk materializes, rated as either small, medium, high, or critical. ▶ Higher implementation costs than planned, due to inadequate planning or For example, under the category of deficiencies in the policy and regulatory unforeseen market developments. framework, the risk of not having clear market rules for new players in the wholesale energy market, a key element in the promotion of RE substitution ▶ Insufficient infrastructure and staffing to support for fossil fuels, is rated as low in the likelihood of materializing. But due to and promote the substitution of RE for fossil fuels. the importance of these rules to meeting the goals of the NEP, the potential ▶ Elevated cost of living, resulting from the switch to negative impact is rated critical. The combination of a likelihood of materializing electric vehicles in public and private transportation. rated low with a potential negative impact rated critical results in an overall ▶ Shortfalls in public financing, possibly limiting or de- risk level of significant. laying the switch to RE in government infrastructure. Sub-section B shows the evaluation of each of the 28 risks identified by risk ▶ Lack of knowledge regarding RE technologies, category, along with the overall risk rating and its components. Deficiencies in limiting adoption by the hotel sector. the policy and regulatory framework are associated with the largest number ▶ Lower level of support than required in key sectors: of the risks -- 7 out of 28. Five risks are related to limited communication and oil and gas, electricity, and financial intermediation. awareness of RE benefits. The other categories of risks have between one and three risks each. ▶ Revenue loss in the public and private sectors, due to the transition away from fossil fuels. Sub-section C profiles the risks by risk level, focusing on mitigation measures ▶ Deficiencies in the policy and regulatory framework, and designating the institution responsible for risk management. Of the 28 as a result of a lack of approval or a delay in approval risks, four are rated critical, 12 are rated significant and the remaining 12 are of necessary legislation, regulations, and standards. evenly divided between medium and minor. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 36 Critical Risks Of primary concern are the four risks rated critical: (i) the lack of sufficient The mitigation of the aforementioned risks will require: (i) efforts to ensure infrastructure to integrate distributed energy resources (DER) in the power tariffs are cost-reflective, to encourage integration of DER in the power system grid; (ii) limited cooperation of the oil and gas sector in the energy transition operated by LUCELEC; (ii) provision of sufficient resources to SLBS for adequate away from fossil fuels; (iii) inadequate staffing of SLBS to implement an energy- staffing; (iii) continued dialogue with stakeholders in the oil and gas sector labelling system that is designed to encourage consumers to choose more energy- on the benefits of the energy transition to Saint Lucia as well as business efficient products; and (iv) loss of government revenue, due to decreasing opportunities for their expertise in the transformed sector; and (iv) exploration revenues from taxes on fossil fuels as the energy sector moves toward a system of potential sources for government revenues to replace declining tax revenues focused on renewable energy (RE). from imported petroleum products. Significant Risks Among the 12 significant risks, the one that could adversely affect overall NEP The two institutional risks are: (i) limited cooperation of LUCELEC in opening implementation is a possible change in the political climate following elections, up the electricity market for private suppliers of RE; and (ii) diminished support which could impede or delay the energy transition. Mitigation for this is to ensure from financial institutions, which may view lending for RE development as too full coordination of any incoming government teams involved in the NEP with risky due to inadequate pricing mechanisms. Mitigation consists of reviewing outgoing governmental teams regarding content and implementation schedule electricity tariffs to ensure that they are cost-reflective and working with financial of the Action Plan. institutions on risk analysis and mitigation. Three of aforementioned twelve concern possible delays in creating the policy The remaining three risks are: (i) increases in the rates required for public and regulatory framework to govern the energy transition. Mitigation measures transport to recoup investment in electrified infrastructure, to be mitigated by a will need to identify any barriers to obtaining land for utility-sized RE projects tariff structure to ensure affordability; (ii) lack of education on absorption chiller and pass legislation for regulations to implement the NEP. Three additional technologies21for the hotel sector, to be mitigated by awareness campaigns on risks relate to higher-than-expected costs for EVs, EV-charging infrastructure, international experience of the benefits of these technologies in improving and solar energy for cooling. Proposed mitigation measures consist of designing energy efficiency; (iii) loss of revenue to importers and dealers in fossil fuels due incentive schemes for investing in new infrastructure and working with financial to the planned decarbonisation, to be mitigated by creating working groups to institutions to facilitate financing. discuss opportunities for importers and dealers in the RE sector. 2 https://theengineeringmindset.com/absorption-chiller-works/ Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 37 Medium Risks Minor Risks Six risks are rated medium. Two of these relate to policy and regulation: (i) Of the six risks rated minor, three relate to public perception of the NEP and failure to implement a net billing scheme, which allows consumers to balance LUCELEC. Specifically, the concern: (i) not obtaining sufficient buy-in of the electricity they consume with electricity injected into the grid; and (ii) a delay population for a major switch to EVs; (ii) lack of awareness regarding the in establishing clear roles for government ministries dealing with the oil and importance of the transition to an energy sector driven primarily by RE, which gas sector. Mitigating these risks will require legislation, planned for 2023-2024. is the core of the NEP; and (iii) mistrust of LUCELEC by potential investors in RE for electricity, due to the company’s monopoly in the electricity market. Proposed There are four additional risks: (i) lack of clarity regarding mechanisms for mitigation measures include: (i) education campaigns on the importance of incorporating DER in the power grid; (ii) insufficient charging stations for EV RE to Saint Lucia’s economy and environment, indicating the pros and cons of use; (iii) potential shortfalls in financing for a major investment program to RE technologies; and (ii) an information campaign focused on transparency of improve energy efficiency; and (iv) loss of revenue for dealers and mechanics contracting between LUCELEC and providers of DER to the grid. involved in the sale and maintenance of in vehicles with internal combustion engines (ICEs), which a be gradually replaced by electric vehicles (EVs). Two risks concern deficiencies in the policy and regulatory framework: (i) the lack of clear targets for the reduction of GHG emissions and (ii) no mandatory energy- The mitigation measures for the aforementioned risks are: (i) an Internet-based efficiency standards for new construction. Mitigation measures for these risks information platform for incorporating DER into the power grid; (ii) a plan are drafting and passing related legislation in 2023-2024 as well as mandating for installing EV-charging-stations in strategic locations; (iii) a working group targets and standards. The sixth and final risk concerns the increase in cost of to evaluate financial solutions for investment in energy efficiency; and (iv) living due to the high cost of EV-charging stations. To mitigate this risk, NURC training programs to help transition the oil and gas sector workforce for work will be reviewing financial incentive schemes to enhance affordability. in the RE sector. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 38 ASSESSMENT OF RISK LEVEL BY SUBJECT CATEGORY Limited Communication and Awareness of RE Benefits Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (5) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Lack of education on EVs may impede efforts to get public buy-in to replace ICE vehicles with EVs. Medium Small MINOR Limited public knowledge of benefits of RE may reduce the general public’s support of the NEP. Low Small MINOR Lack of clarity in the licensing process for DER and the purchasing tariffs may hinder Medium Medium MEDIUM DER development. Historic mistrust of LUCELEC as a monopoly distributor and generator of electricity may discourage potential investors. Medium Small MINOR Political risk of discontinuation or modification to, the energy transition programme, after governmental elections. Low Critical SIGNIFICANT Higher Implementation Costs than Planned Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (3) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Upfront cost of EVs is prohibitive and may slow the transition from ICE vehicles. High Medium SIGNIFICANT Costs of EV-charging-stations may be too high if not properly planned. High Small SIGNIFICANT Costs of solar air-conditioning solutions may hinder their development in the market. Medium Critical SIGNIFICANT Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 39 Insufficient Infrastructure and Staffing Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (3) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Grid limitations to integrate DER. High Critical CRITICAL Limited charging stations across the island may slow use of EVs. Medium Medium MEDIUM Constrained capability of SLBS staff to launch and manage a major program to label equipment for Medium Critical CRITICAL energy efficiency. Elevated Cost of Living Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (2) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Public transportation rates may have to increase in order to recoup investment costs of electric Medium Critical SIGNIFICANT transport vehicles in a reasonable timeframe. Costs of a at-home charging stations for EVs may be too high. Medium Small MINOR Shortfalls in Public Financing Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (1) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Implementation of energy-efficiency measures in governmental buildings or other infrastructure may Medium Medium MEDIUM run short of financing. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 40 Lack of Knowledge Regarding RE Technologies Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (1) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Lack of education on absorption chiller technologies may result in hotels not buying Medium Medium MEDIUM into this technology. Lower Level of Support than Required in Key Sectors Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (3) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Limited cooperation from oil and gas sector may disrupt the energy market and slow NEP High Critical CRITICAL implementation. Limited cooperation from LUCELEC to open up the market for RE and DER may constrain NEP Medium Critical SIGNIFICANT advancement. Lack of support from financial institutions in expanding RE capacity because they view RE projects as Medium Critical SIGNIFICANT risky due to inadequate pricing mechanisms. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 41 Revenue Loss in the Public and Private Sectors Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (3) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Loss of government revenue stream from fossil fuel taxes, as the energy sector reduces High Critical CRITICAL dependence on them. Loss of revenue stream for car dealers and mechanics of traditional ICE vehicles. Medium Medium MEDIUM Loss of revenue stream for importers and dealers in the fossil fuel market. High Medium SIGNIFICANT Deficiencies in the Policy and Regulatory Framework Assessment of Risk Level Risks Identified (7) Likelihood of Potential OVERALL Materializing Severity of Impact RATING Not implementing the net billing scheme may reduce investment in this mechanism for RE integration. Medium Medium MEDIUM Land-use policy and the planning approval process may obstruct energy transition, as the value Medium Critical SIGNIFICANT of residential and commercial land increases. Lack of clear market rules for new players in the wholesale energy market. Low Critical SIGNIFICANT Delayed parliamentary approval of bills critical to the NEP’s success may hinder NEP implementation. Low Critical SIGNIFICANT Lack of clear targets to monitor the planned reduction in GHG emissions and progress of energy- Medium Small MINOR efficiency programs may delay their successful implementation. Lack of mandatory standards for energy efficiency of buildings may impact public buy-in. Medium Small MINOR Delay in establishing clear roles for ministries in charge of the energy sector may lead to insufficient Medium Medium MEDIUM coordination. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 42 RISK MITIGATION MEASURES AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY Critical Risks: 4 Mitigation Responsible Risk Category Risks Identified Proposed Mitigation Measures Timing Institutions Insufficient infrastructure Implement a tariff review program to ensure LUCELEC Grid limitations to integrate DER. 2023–2030 and staffing. tariffs are cost-reflective. NURC Insufficient infrastructure Lack of sufficient SLBS staff to implement Review staffing needs and provide adequate As needed SLBS and staffing. labelling standards. resources. Continued dialogue with the stakeholders Lower level of support Limited cooperation from the oil and gas in the oil and gas sector on the benefits to than required in key sector may disrupt the market and slow Saint Lucia of the energy transition as well as As needed MIPTPDUR-ED sectors. NEP implementation. business opportunities for their expertise in the transformed sector. Loss of revenue stream for the Revenue loss in the public Government due to lower tax revenues Identify additional sources of revenues. As needed MIPTPDUR-ED and private sectors. from fossil fuels. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 43 Significant Risks: 12 Mitigation Responsible Risk Category Specific Risks Identified Proposed Mitigation Measures Timing Institutions Limited communication Political risk of discontinuation of the Ensure full coordination of outgoing govern- and lack of awareness of energy transition programme after As needed Cabinet mental teams with public disclosure of plans. RE benefits. governmental elections. Higher implementation Upfront cost of EVs is prohibitive and may Review incentive schemes (VAT, import duties, 2023–30 MIPTPDUR-ED costs than planned. slow down the transition to this solution. subsidies, etc.). Higher implementation Costs of charging stations may be too Create a working program with financing 2023–30 MIPTPDUR-ED costs than planned. high if not properly planned. institutions to facilitate financing for the plan. Costs of solar air-conditioning solutions Higher implementation Review incentive schemes (VAT, import duties, may hinder their development in the 2023–30 MIPTPDUR-ED costs than planned. subsidies, etc.) market. Public transportation rates may increase Revision of public transportation tariffs and Elevated cost of living. in order to recoup investment costs in a 2023–30 MIPTPDUR-ED regulations to ensure affordability. reasonable timeframe. Lack of education on absorption chiller Develop awareness campaigns and events Lack of knowledge of RE To be technologies may result in hotels not to share international experience in energy MIPTPDUR-ED technologies. determined buying into this technology. efficiency in the hospitality sector. Lower level of support Limited cooperation from LUCELEC to Implement a tariff review program to ensure than required in key 2023–25 NURC open up the market for RE and DER. tariffs are cost reflective. sectors. Lower level of support Lack of support from financial institutions Work with financing institutions to create than required in key that may view RE as risky due to inade- confidence in RE technologies by showing 2023–30 MIPTPDUR-ED sectors. quate pricing mechanisms for energy sold. governmental support. Develop working groups with stakeholders in Revenue loss in public Loss of revenue stream for fuel importers the oil and gas sector to identify opportunities 2023–25 MFEDYE and private sectors. and dealers. for them in the RE sector. The approval process for land-use policy Review the actual process and identify existing Deficiencies in policy and and planning may impede energy transi- barriers to be overcome to allow for utility- 2023–24 MIPTPDUR-ED regulatory framework. tion, as the value of land for residential sized RE projects. and commercial purposes increases. Deficiencies in policy and Lack of clear market rules for new players Identify and draft corresponding 2023–24 NURC regulatory framework. in the wholesale energy market. regulations. Not approving the necessary bills on time Deficiencies in policy and may delay the timely implementation of Enact corresponding legislation. By 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED regulatory framework. the NEP. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan Medium Risks: 6 Mitigation Responsible Risk Category Risks Identified Proposed Mitigation Measures Timing Institutions Limited communication Lack of clarity in the licensing process for Enact corresponding regulations and create a and lack of awareness of DER and purchasing tariffs may hinder By 2023 NURC web-based information platform. RE benefits. the development. Insufficient infrastructure Limited charging stations across the island Develop an installation program that covers all 2023–24 MIPTPDUR-PDD and staffing. may limit EV use. needs and routes. Implementation of energy-efficiency Shortfalls in public measures in governmental buildings or Establish a working group to identify financing 2023–24 MFEDYE financing. other infrastructure may run short of solutions for RE transition. financing. Loss of revenue stream and economic Revenue loss in the public Develop training programs to upgrade activity for car dealers and mechanics of 2023–30 MESDISTVT and private sectors. workforce skills given the changing market. traditional ICE vehicles. Deficiencies in policy and Not implementing the net billing scheme Enact the regulations necessary to achieve 2023–24 NURC regulatory framework. may discourage investment in RE. NEP goals. Deficiencies in policy and Delay in establishing clear roles for the Enact corresponding legislation. By 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED regulatory framework. ministries in charge of the energy sector. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 45 Minor Risks: 6 Mitigation Responsible Risk Category Risks Identified Proposed Mitigation Measures Timing Institutions Limited communication Lack of education on EVs could limit Launch a national communication campaign to and lack of awareness of By 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED public buy-in. disclose pros and cons of the technology. RE benefits. Limited communication Limited public knowledge of benefits Launch a national communication campaign to and lack of awareness of of RE may get reduced buy-in from the By 2023 MIPTPDUR-ED disclose pros and cons of the technology. RE benefits. population. Equip relevant institutions with information Limited communication Historic mistrust of the utility as a and training to build confidence in the and lack of awareness of monopoly distributor and generator may By 2023 NURC transparency of the process and attract RE benefits. discourage potential investors. investors. Costs of using at-home charging stations Review incentive schemes (VAT, tariff subsidies, Elevated cost of living. 2023–30 NURC maybe too high. etc.) for development and use of these stations. Not setting clear targets for monitoring Draft legislation for the required regulatory Deficiencies in policy and GHG-emissions reductions and energy- framework to achieve-GHG emission targets, 2023–24 MIPTPDUR-ED regulatory framework. efficiency programs may delay their provide incentives for energy efficiency. successful implementation. Not setting mandatory standards for Deficiencies in policy and energy efficiency in construction could Enact corresponding legislation. 2023–24 SLBS regulatory framework. alienate efforts to get public buy-in. Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 46 Government of Saint Lucia Saint Lucia | National Energy Policy | Action Plan 47