Greening the Islands Foundation

Marit Brommer

Beyond Energy: Revealing the Hidden Value Beneath Our Islands

Islands have always been places of resilience. Limited land, finite freshwater resources, isolated electricity systems and dependence on imported fuels have forced island communities to innovate for generations. As climate change accelerates and energy security becomes an increasingly strategic priority, geothermal energy deserves renewed attention—not simply as another renewable technology, but as part of a …

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Firm Power, Flexible Futures: How Geothermal Can Strengthen Island Energy Systems

Island nations face a distinct energy paradox: they are rich in renewable potential yet structurally dependent on imported fossil fuels. This reliance creates exposure to extreme price volatility, supply insecurity, and economic fragility. In many cases, electricity prices exceed €200–350/MWh, and imported fuels account for 60–100% of primary energy use.   At the same time, …

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Pioneering Geothermal Cooling in the Caribbean: A Sustainable Solution for a Brighter Future

As the Caribbean faces rising temperatures and escalating energy costs, it’s time to turn our attention underground—literally. Utilising geothermal heating and cooling systems offer an environmentally sustainable and economically viable options for islands to drive costs down and create entrepreneurial solutions for local business owners. In the upcoming GTI Observatory Summit in Curacao, we aim …

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