In a major stride for Barbados’ National Renewable Energy Agenda, a request for information has been launched, inviting suppliers to provide 60 megawatts of battery energy storage systems.

This initiative will advance the country’s battery storage capacity a critical step towards a more sustainable and resilient energy system.

Speaking this morning during the launch of the procurement proceedings Minister of Energy and Business, Senator Lisa Cummings, highlighted the groundbreaking nature of the project, noting that Barbados is leading the way in the region.

She emphasized the importance of transparency in the open tendering process, which is open to both local and international bidders.

Minister of Energy and Business, Senator Lisa Cummins