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Energy transition through green hydrogen storage in Barbados

Overview

This flagship project consists in establishing the first green hydrogen energy storage cell to store solar energy in the Caribbean. It contributes to the renewable energy transition and grid stability, combining battery storage for short-term needs with green hydrogen for long-term storage. The EU contribution will ensure no negative impact on the cost of electricity for the end user. 

Key information

Global Gateway areas of partnerships

Climate and Energy

Type of initiative

Country level

Geographical focus

Americas and the Caribbean

Countries

Barbados

Team Europe members involved

European Commission

Initiative ID

IDI145-8

Milestones

  • Signature of loan with EIB Q3 2024
  • By Q4 2024 start of Construction under the Renewable Barbados project

Contact

For any enquiries on the project and on partnerships' opportunities, please contact:

INTPA-B2atec [dot] europa [dot] eu (INTPA-B2[at]ec[dot]europa[dot]eu)