BONAIR
Main sector:
Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency, Sustainable tourism
GTI Awards 2025
General information
Island (Region, Province, Country):
Bonaire
Population:
up to 50.000 inhabitants
Budget / cost of the project:
7.000.000 €
Project status:
Design phase
Link:
Website
Project Objectives
Three objectives:
- Reduce emissions by generating (&storing) solar energy for self-consumption by the airport.
- Electrify ground operations as much as possible.
- Prepare for electric flight; install chargers and perform demonstration flight.
Project description of activities and specific interventions
Physical project: The project aims to install 2 MWp of solar in and on the airport, 5 MWh of battery storage capacity and numerous charging points.
Demonstration: The airport aims to demonstrate that it is possible to operate independently from the grid, whilst electrifying ground equipment and making e-flight possible between the islands.


