CARILEC

CARILEC The Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) is an association of electric energy so
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The Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) is an association of electric energy solutions providers and other stakeholders operating in the electricity industry in the Caribbean region, Central and South Americas and Globally. The CARILEC Secretariat endeavors to improve communication among its members, providing technical information, training, capacity building, conference, an

d other services. The Secretariat plays a leading role in electric utility advocacy, growth, and sustainability in the Region. Currently, CARILEC has over one hundred and ten members (110). This includes thirty two(32) Full Members that are electric utilities and over 75 Independent Power Producers (IPPs), Associate and Affiliate Members that are companies involved in some aspect of servicing the electric utility business. CARILEC's vision is to be the premier association of electric energy solutions Providers and their partners, facilitating the development of world class sustainable electric energy solutions for all peoples of the Caribbean Region States. CARILEC will enhance the effectiveness of its members by providing industry related services, creating regular networking, training and knowledge sharing opportunities; supporting mutual assistance programs and accelerating the Caribbean Region’s energy sector transition, through innovation and advocacy.

🌟What an exciting day at  SALCC!  We had the privilege of presenting to the Electrical Installation and Electrical Autom...
13/11/2024

🌟What an exciting day at SALCC! We had the privilege of presenting to the Electrical Installation and Electrical Automation students at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College. These extremely talented students are the future of the regions energy sector, and we’re thrilled to support their journey by offering resources, networking, and training that can help pave the way for successful careers in the sector.

With CARILEC's introduction of individual membership, specifically the student membership category, these students will now have the opportunity to benefit from joining the Caribbean’s leading energy community.

A big thank you to SALCC for hosting us and to the students for their enthusiasm and engagement!

In our industry, occupational health and safety must remain a top priority.   Shared climate and industry challenges req...
11/11/2024

In our industry, occupational health and safety must remain a top priority.

Shared climate and industry challenges require us to regularly review safety standards, to not only ensure regulatory compliance, but to protect our team members and the communities we serve. That’s why CARILEC’s Occupational Health and Safety Symposium is a must-attend for professionals in the field.

Join us in Barbados next week, from November 19th- 20th where we will explore latest technology and innovative solutions designed to elevate safety standards in the Caribbean’s electric utility industry. Be a part of the discussion.

🔗Visit carilec.org for the agenda and to register today!

This time last week, we were all eagerly anticipating the Hitachi cocktail party! 🥳🥳Hitachi Energy sponsored the cocktai...
05/11/2024

This time last week, we were all eagerly anticipating the Hitachi cocktail party! 🥳🥳

Hitachi Energy sponsored the cocktail party for the 2024 CAREC Conference & Exhibition and what an amazing time. At CARILEC, we recognize that some of the best ideas and collaborations arise in casual conversations over a coffee, or during cocktail receptions that allow for relaxed group gathering. Three cheers for the Hitachi team!

As we plan for CAREC 2025, we invite sponsors to partner with us in making these networking opportunities even more impactful, and to position your brand at the forefront of impactful change and innovation in the sector.

Utility Updates are a key component of CARILEC Conferences and at CAREC 2024, it was no different. During the updates, u...
01/11/2024

Utility Updates are a key component of CARILEC Conferences and at CAREC 2024, it was no different.

During the updates, utility representatives each present on ongoing projects within their organizations. Long-term and short-term renewable energy goals and how fellow CARILEC members can assist in realizing these goals, whether through supplying the products or services, consulting on projects, or through knowledge exchange.

A total of 12 utilities presented their updates at the conference and we look forward to continuing to support them in realizing their goals.

Save The Date 📆📢We’re still riding the wave of excitement from this year’s incredible CAREC Conference and Exhibition, a...
31/10/2024

Save The Date 📆📢

We’re still riding the wave of excitement from this year’s incredible CAREC Conference and Exhibition, and we’re already setting the stage for an even bigger, better experience in 2025! Join us as we continue to build on our shared vision for a sustainable Caribbean energy future.

💡CAREC Conference & Exhibition
📆 October 19 - 23, 2025
📍 Dominican Republic

Next year’s CAREC promises more groundbreaking sessions, dynamic speakers, and unmatched networking opportunities with key energy leaders, innovators, and stakeholders.

Remember that speaker, sponsorship, and exhibitor announcements will be made as early as November, 2024. Don’t miss out. Mark your calendar, and stay tuned for more updates on what’s to come!

Representatives from the Canadian High Commission in Jamaica led a master class conversation on “Policy, regulatory effe...
26/10/2024

Representatives from the Canadian High Commission in Jamaica led a master class conversation on “Policy, regulatory effectiveness, investor confidence and consumer interests in the Caribbean’s emerging energy transition – who pays for what to ensure a fair, efficient and competitive market?”

During the discussion regulators were encouraged to not micromanage utilities but rather to provide them a framework to work with.

The discussion was moderated by Yasmin Chong, Trade Commissioner and Senior Business Development Officer, Jamaican High Commission for Canada. Panelists included Mr. Ian Mondrow, Partner, Gowling WLG (Toronto) – Energy Regulation and Policy, Mr. David Morton, Principal, Unbiased Energy Policy Consulting Inc., and Mr. Richard Hew, President & CEO, Caribbean Utilities Company Ltd.

Also in attendance was high commissioner of Canada to Jamaica, His Excellency Mark Berman, and Senior Trade Commissioner, Michael Lazaruk.

As part of CAREC, Laura Diez from the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) moderated a fireside chat focused on Gender Inclusi...
24/10/2024

As part of CAREC, Laura Diez from the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) moderated a fireside chat focused on Gender Inclusive Project Development where members of the Women in Renewable Energy (WIRE) network discussed ideas and experiences centered on narrowing the gap of the proportion of females operating within technical and senior roles and ways to advocate for this.

During the spirited discussion, panelists identified that for this complex topic, much of the aversion towards females choosing more technically inclined profession would have been molded from societal constructs within their fundamental years, public education on the benefits of STEM.

Panelists included Cherri-Ann Farquharson, Capacity Development and Gender Expert, CCREE, Elizabeth Bullock-Defraites, Energy Solutions Manager, CARILEC, and Lillian Michel, Foreign Service Officer, U.S. Department of State.

CAREC 2024 attracted several speakers who shared insight into new technologies, delivered practical solutions, and revie...
23/10/2024

CAREC 2024 attracted several speakers who shared insight into new technologies, delivered practical solutions, and reviewed case studies to inspire participants into action.

The presentations for session day 1 included;
🎯Creating a Space for the Regulator and the Utility to Thrive; Kelly Tomblin, President & CEO, El Passo Electric.
🎯Resource Adequacy Planning to Facilitate Energy Transition in the Electricity Sector; delivered by Sacha Tibbets, CUC and Aaron Burdick, Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc.
🎯Cleaner fuels and Renewables for hybrid solutions. Reliable and Resilient Energy for a world in transformation; András Mesics, CEO – Soenergy International
🎯Integrated System Planning: New Approaches for the Energy Transition; Aaron Burdick, Energy & Environmental Economics, Inc.
🎯Containerized Bioenergy Plants for Caribbean Islands; Marius Caprariu, Engineering and Technology Associates Inc., Canada, and Steven Su, Haiqi Environmental Protection Technology Co. Ltd
🎯Possibilities of a Connected Grid; Mark Ortega, Landis & Gyr
🎯Smart grids - Technical and operational solutions for grid resilience and flexibility; Miguel Cruz, Director, SEL S&CS Latin America
🎯Decarbonizing Utility Inspection Using Drone Technology, enhancing decision making and response through the use of Artificial Intelligence and Image processing Solutions; Dervon McKellop, DRIFT Enterprise Limited

A wealth of information shared, and so much more.

In case you missed it, the 2024 CAREC Conference and Exhibition launched with a stellar opening ceremony hosted by Carib...
23/10/2024

In case you missed it, the 2024 CAREC Conference and Exhibition launched with a stellar opening ceremony hosted by Caribbean Utilities Company (CUC).
The evening set the tone for the four-day conference, featuring insightful addresses from key industry leaders, including Hon. Isaac D. Rankine, Cayman Minister of Youth, Sports & Heritage, Mr. Roger Blackman, CARILEC Chairman and Managing Director of Barbados Light & Power, Mr. Richard Hew, Chairman and CEO of CUC, and Dr. Cletus Bertin, CARILEC Executive Director

A special highlight of the night was the honoring of the invaluable contributions of four energy leaders with honorary lifetime membership status. Stay tuned to learn more.

The evening was capped with a powerful keynote from Michael Webber, Energy Professor and CTO at Energy Impact Partners, leaving the audience inspired and eager for what’s to come at !

 

SoEnergy International is the diamond sponsor for the 2024 CAREC Conference and Exhibition. CEO of SoEnergy Internationa...
22/10/2024

SoEnergy International is the diamond sponsor for the 2024 CAREC Conference and Exhibition.

CEO of SoEnergy International, Mr. András Mesics presented at this year’s conference on cleaner fuels and renewables for hybrid solutions, focusing on reliable and resilient energy as it relates to the energy transition. Mesics examined how cleaner fuel alongside renewables create robust hybrid systems that reduce emissions and ensure energy security and enlightened participants on the various factors which impact reliability and resilience such as efficiency, geopolitical tensions, climate change, continuous increase of power demand, curtailment and the duck curve.

- is a global provider of customized energy solutions. 💎

📌Creating A Space for the regulator and the Utility to Thrive. What an engaging panel discussion on day 1 of CAREC 2024....
22/10/2024

📌Creating A Space for the regulator and the Utility to Thrive.

What an engaging panel discussion on day 1 of CAREC 2024. Energy leaders recognize the need for collaboration with all stakeholders to move forward with RE discussions for the region.

The panelists stressed the importance of measurable objectives that can be assessed and of the importance for stakeholders (internal and external) to understand strategies to identify next steps.

Regulators and utilities need to adapt and be flexible to align themselves and there must exist innovation from regulators in terms of supporting new technologies and a strong consultative process should exist which informs investors and utilities.

📢It’s day 1 of Conference Sessions for the 2024 CAREC Conference and Exhibition. 🥳This year’s conference kicked off with...
21/10/2024

📢It’s day 1 of Conference Sessions for the 2024 CAREC Conference and Exhibition. 🥳

This year’s conference kicked off with a panel discussion centered around this year’s theme. “Transitioning Together: Informed. Inclusive. Innovative.” Panelists included:

💡Dr. Lawrence Jones; Senior Vice President, International Programs, Edison Electric Institute
💡Roger Blackman; CEO, Barbados Light & Power Company
💡Richard Hew; CEO, Caribbean Utilities Company (CUC)

The discussion was moderated by Dr. Cletus Bertin, Executive Director, CARILEC. Our speakers shared valuable insights on how we can all work together to drive meaningful change through informed decision-making, fostering inclusivity, and embracing innovation. 🌍

💡The panel also opened discussions on some of the challenges for energy transition in the region and the need for utilities, governments, regulators, and other stakeholders to collaborate to ensure a successful transition.

The CAREC Conference and exhibition offers a wealth of possibilities for the field of renewable energy. Explore the exhi...
17/10/2024

The CAREC Conference and exhibition offers a wealth of possibilities for the field of renewable energy.

Explore the exhibition and meet with our partners for innovative solutions to support your company’s RE goals.

Join us from October 20-24 in the Cayman Islands.

Visit 👉 carilec.org to find out more and register today!

How can we power tomorrow’s energy needs with today’s technology? Join Mark Ortega from Landis & Gyr as he discusses the...
14/10/2024

How can we power tomorrow’s energy needs with today’s technology? Join Mark Ortega from Landis & Gyr as he discusses the possibilities of grid edge intelligence and how the Revelo platform is revolutionizing the way we think about consumer engagement and utility control.

A new paradigm of consumer engagement, utility intelligence and controllability is emerging. Now, the meter can become the microgrid controller, serving as the foundation for the grid of the future.

Be part of the discussion on Possibilities of a Connected Grid and at CAREC 2024 from October 20 – 24 in the Cayman Islands.

Visit 👉carilec.org to find out more and register today!

In 2024, Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (CUC) partnered with Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. to align its re...
09/10/2024

In 2024, Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (CUC) partnered with Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. to align its resource planning with national renewable energy goals. Using E3's Renewable Energy Capacity Planning Model (RECAP), they developed resource portfolios to meet future capacity needs, enhance system reliability, reduce costs, and achieve carbon emission reduction targets.
As the Caribbean accelerates toward renewable energy goals, utilities must consider changing the paradigm in alignment with national, and corporate targets and a mandate to provide reliable, effective electricity services.

Join Namitha Abraham and Aaron Burdick at CAREC 2024 from October 20 – 24 in the Cayman Islands, for an insightful discussion on "Resource Adequacy Planning to Facilitate Energy Transition". 🌱

Register today!

🚨Office Space for Rent 🚨This office space spans 3,760 square feet and includes tiled flooring, a kitchenette, separate m...
03/10/2024

🚨Office Space for Rent 🚨
This office space spans 3,760 square feet and includes tiled flooring, a kitchenette, separate male and female washrooms, and separate shower facilities.

Amenities includes water and sewerage services, parking facilities, 24-hour security service, elevator access, generator provision, cleaning of common areas, garbage disposal services, and ground maintenance.

To arrange a viewing,
Email: [email protected]
Tel # 758 728 9211

Join us for two days of insightful discussions on Geographic Information Systems and how they shape a resilient grid! 🌍 ...
02/10/2024

Join us for two days of insightful discussions on Geographic Information Systems and how they shape a resilient grid! 🌍

Day 1 features sessions on Mobile Data Capture, Cutting-Edge GIS Tools, and a workshop on Drone-Powered Aerial Innovation.

Day 2 focuses on Disaster Management and Storm Preparedness, critical for utility professionals.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore innovative GIS solutions!

🔗Register today!
Visit Carilec.org/events/gis2024 to secure your spot.

🌍 Join us for the CARILEC Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Symposium 2024! Explore Spatial Analytics for a Resilient...
01/10/2024

🌍 Join us for the CARILEC Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Symposium 2024! Explore Spatial Analytics for a Resilient Grid with industry experts like Vijay Datadin, Devron McKellop, and Dave Williams!

🗓 October 15-16, 2024

Secure your spot now and be part of insightful discussions on enhancing energy resilience!
🔗 Register today at carilec.org/events/gis2024.

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P. O. Box CP 5907, Desir Avenue, Sans Souci
Castries
00124

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 17:00

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+1(758) 452-0140/1

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