With the support of the
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Canada
it was developed a project entitled "Towards a National Energy
Policy for Belize". This project is focused in the development
of a base-line-scenario of the energy sector in Belize as
pillars for the National Energy Policy. The main objective of
the Project is to propose a National Energy Policy (NEP) for the
Government of Belize.
A comprehensive National Energy Policy is a tool to secure
sustainable energy supply which is critical to the nation’s
development. This policy document identifies seven key areas
needed to attain them, including energy efficiency, reduction in
reliance on imported fuels, stability in energy supply,
administration and dissemination of national energy data,
measures to curb carbon dioxide and other emissions, efficient
and effective delivery of energy and policy support to the
energy sector.
A strong and well-balanced National Energy Policy will allow the
entire country to meet its basic energy needs in a sustainable
manner and to support and improve the national economy.
Assessment of the Energy Sector in Belize
Proposal for a National Energy Policy for Belize