What kind of energy does Haiti use?

This page is part of Global Energy Monitor 's Latin America Energy Portal. Haiti relies on a mix of imported oil and domestic biofuels such as wood and sugar cane for its total energy supply. As of 2020, more than 90% of electrical generation in Haiti was derived from fossil fuels and less than 10% from renewables.

How much CO2 does Haiti produce?

OLADE (Latin American Energy Organization) estimated that CO 2 emissions from electricity production in Haiti in 2003 were 206,000 tons of CO 2, which corresponds to 12% of total emissions from the energy sector. Currently (November 2007), there aren’t any CDM projects in Haiti.

Is Haiti a solar power market?

Recently, many solar companies have seen Haiti as a huge market potential for solar energy. The founder of 10Power estimates that the potential solar power market is worth over $500 million. In 2013, the completion of Hôpital Universitaire de Mirebalais came to an end. This hospital is the largest solar-powered hospital in the world.

Does Haiti produce coal?

While Haiti does not produce, consume, or import coal, the country uses extensive amounts of charcoal (often referred to as coal) for household activities. Haiti does not produce, export, import, or have proven reserves of crude oil or natural gas, nor does it produce refined petroleum products.

Why is USAID LEVE helping schools in Haiti?

Due to the projected growth of the solar power energy industry in Haiti, USAID LEVE is helping improve these schools' relationships with the private solar energy sector. Electricity in Haiti is 110 volts, alternating at 60 cycles per second.