The energy transition in the Caribbean subregion requires a robust political and regulatory framework aligned with decarbonization, energy security, and sustainability goals. This OLADE technical note analyzes the evolution of energy policies and energy law, highlighting their adaptation toward approaches centered on renewable sources, energy efficiency, and social justice. The document underscores the need for coherent policies, strategic planning, and regulatory frameworks that ensure institutional support, investment incentives, universal access to clean energy, and mechanisms for adaptation to the challenges of climate change.
In a comparative analysis of OLADE member countries in the Caribbean, the note identifies substantial progress in the formulation of energy policies, with clear targets toward a renewable energy matrix, electromobility initiatives, technological innovation, and modernized legal frameworks. However, significant challenges remain in financing, implementation, and regulatory alignment. The study proposes common parameters and technical guidelines as a basis for evaluating regional progress, emphasizing the role of regional cooperation and regulatory harmonization as key factors for an effective and equitable energy transition.
