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What is Trinidad & Tobago's first large-scale solar project?

PORT OF SPAIN, December 12, 2022 – Lightsource BP, Shell and BP have received government approval for Trinidad and Tobago’s first large-scale solar project, Lightsource BP announced on Friday. The 148-MWp project is held 50-50 by Shell and BP, who have reached an FID and plan to begin development in early 2023.

Who owns 148mwp solar project in Trinidad & Tobago?

The Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (GoRTT) has approved the consortium partners 148MWp solar project The consortium have reached the Final Investment Decision, with bp and Shell initially having joint shareholdings of the project (50/50)

Why is BP launching a green energy project in Trinidad & Tobago?

The Trinidadian government initiated a call for green energy projects as part of its Paris Agreement commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from power generation by 15% by 2030. BP Trinidad and Tobago president David Campbell commented on the project’s significance in advancing the country’s renewables industry.

Can Lightsource BP accelerate the energy transition in Trinidad & Tobago?

With the experience of bp and Shell, as major operators in Trinidad and Tobago’s energy industry, combined with Lightsource bp’s global solar expertise, the group represents the huge potential to accelerate the energy transition through collaboration.

Who were the speakers at the Trinidad & Tobago Conference?

Also speaking at the event were David Campbell, President of bp Trinidad and Tobago and Eugene Okpere, Senior Vice President and Country Chair of Shell Trinidad and Tobago, The Minister of Public Utilities Marvin Gonzales and Chairman of T&TEC, Romney Thomas.