U S Outlying Islands connect energy solutions

What does doe do for remote and island communities?

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced it will work with 11 remote and island communities around the United States and provide federal assistance to bolster their energy infrastructure, reduce the risk of outages, and improve their future energy and economic outlook.

Why do remote coastal and island communities face high energy costs?

Due to their geographic isolation, remote coastal and island communities often face high energy costs and vulnerable energy infrastructure due to their increased risk of natural disasters and climate change. Watch this video to learn more about the program.

Why do coastal and remote communities face unique energy challenges?

Image by Fred Zietz, NREL Coastal, remote, and island communities face unique energy challenges because of their geographic isolation, which often contributes to issues with energy access, quality, affordability, and reliability.

How many communities are in the energy transitions initiative Partnership Project?

Energy Transitions Initiative Partnership Project Cohort 4 Communities The 25 new communities in the Energy Transitions Initiative Partnership Project are located across the country—from the Northeast to Puerto Rico and Hawaii to Alaska. Image by Fred Zietz, NREL

What are the challenges faced by remote and island communities?

Remote and island communities face several energy challenges, including unreliable power, lack of robust connections to mainstream power grids, and threats from strengthening storms.

What is Block Island's energy plan?

Block Island, Rhode Island is looking to identify renewable energy sources that can be used to generate electricity on the island and reduce reliance on imported electricity and fuels. The community will engage in energy planning to shore up its resilience, particularly in the face of sea-level rise.