Antigua and Barbuda stands to gain from Dominica’s geothermal energy development, following a site visit by regional journalists on the final day of the CETRI workshop in Roseau Valley.

Led by journalist Alison Kentish, the tour offered media representatives, including those from Antigua and Barbuda, a first-hand look at the plant’s infrastructure and potential. The facility, expected to be completed by December 2025 and operational by January 2026, is designed to provide clean energy for over 25 years.

Dominica’s Foreign Affairs and Energy Minister Dr Vince Henderson underscored geothermal power as critical to regional energy security.

“Solar has its place, but geothermal offers clean, consistent power around the clock,” he said.

Dr Henderson noted that the initiative is already spurring collaboration across the region, with Antigua’s engineers and energy professionals expected to gain valuable training and experience.

“This is not just a Dominican project — it’s a Caribbean one,” he said. “It’s about shared expertise, opportunity, and a sustainable future.”