The Renewable Energy Industry in CARIFORUM Countries

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DOMINICA

RENEWABLE ENERGY INDUSTRY STAKEHOLDER ASSESSMENT

The LGM has had the current responsibility of energy for less than a year. Some of its relationships have been ad-hoc, building on what has been achieved through past relationships without having to restart those relationships. Its scope has however been widening and is expected to develop more beneficial relationships.

UTILITIES REGULATOR

PRIVATE SECTOR INSTITUTIONS

REGIONAL INSTITUTIONS

LEAD GOVERNMENT MINISTRIES

FUNDING AGENCIES

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

3.5.2 | UTILITIES REGULATOR The regulator for the energy sector in Dominica is the Independent Regulatory Commission (IRC). It fulfils much of its statutory obligations through regulations, by-laws, orders and policy directives. The IRC promotes competition and efficiency in the generation and supply of electricity, grants licences, and sets rates. This includes the feed-in tariffs for RE systems and this is based on the avoided cost of diesel. It acts as an independent arbiter in all matters relating to the sale of electricity and performs a developmental role in the industry as it seeks to create models and structure which can support the goals of the Government. There are 8 staff to oversee the utilities. Their relationship with the other key stakeholders is depicted in the diagram right. The nature of the IRC’s role does not currently necessitate significant discussions with the financial institutions and the HEI have no capacity to contribute to the RE industry.

HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

RENEWABLE ENERGY COMPANIES

Figure 3.22 | Relationships of Dominica’s Lead Government Ministries