"A nation that controls it's energy, controls it's future"
« Une nation qui contrôle son énergie, contrôle son avenir »
Tous les pays insulaires rencontrent globalement les mêmes défis énergétiques en raison de leur situation géographique isolée et de leur dépendance aux combustibles fossiles importés. Cependant, plusieurs initiatives de sources d’énergies alternatives sont à l’étude pour relever ces défis.
Une initiative notable dans toutes les îles consiste à l’installation de panneaux solaires mobiles ou fixes sur les constructions, maisons individuelles, immeubles d’habitations ou administratif ou encore bâtiments d’entreprises.
Chaque gouvernement a également mis en place un programme visant à inciter les particuliers et les entreprises à passer à l’énergie solaire, à la biomasse ou encore à l’hydrogène. Cela a conduit à une augmentation de bâtiments alimentés par d’autres sources d’énergies, réduisant petit à petit la dépendance des îles aux combustibles fossiles importés.
Mais il reste encore un long chemin à parcourir pour parvenir à l’autonomie énergétique des îles.
Les initiatives de production d’énergies vertes dans le monde entier comprennent le développement de l’énergie éolienne, de l’énergie hydrolienne avec les courants sous-marins, de la récupération de l’énergie des vagues en surface des océans, de la biomasse par la récupération des déchets organiques, de la géothermie et encore bien d’autres type d’énergies dont les recherches sont en cours.
Ainsi, en plus de l'énergie solaire et éolienne, les autorités insulaires explorent d'autres formes d'énergie renouvelable telles que la biomasse et l'énergie géothermique. Ces initiatives visent à réduire l'empreinte carbone et à accroître l'indépendance énergétique en matière d'énergie.
Soumises aux aléas des changements climatiques, les îles sont fortement impactées par les cyclones, et la montée des océans. Le choix d’un système de production d’énergie doit être étudié en fonction de ces risques naturels.
Le rôle d’ENSOLUS est d’étudier tous les types d’énergies exploitables en fonction de la situation de chaque île, de mettre en évidence des solutions possibles et concrètes pour les particuliers comme pour les collectivités ou les états insulaires indépendants.
Aujourd'hui, le début est modeste et des efforts collectifs sont nécessaires pour changer les habitudes et les mentalités. Il reste encore beaucoup de travail à faire pour parvenir pleinement à la transition vers des solutions économiquement viables en matière d’autonomie énergétiques pour les îles.
Mais nous sommes optimistes.
All insular countries face similar energy challenges, due to their isolated geographical location and dependence on imported fossil fuels. However, several alternative energy initiatives are being explored to meet these challenges.
A notable initiative on all the islands is the installation of mobile or fixed solar panels on buildings, whether they be single-family homes, apartment blocks, administrative buildings or business premises.
Each government has also set up a program to encourage individuals and businesses to switch to solar, biomass or hydrogen power. This has led to an increase in the number of buildings powered by other energy sources, gradually reducing the islands' dependence on imported fossil fuels.
But there's still a long way to go to achieve energy self-sufficiency for islands.
Green energy initiatives around the world include the development of wind power, tidal power from underwater currents, wave energy recovery from the ocean surface, biomass from organic waste, geothermal energy and many other types of energy currently being researched. So, in addition to solar and wind power, the island authorities are exploring other forms of renewable energy such as biomass and geothermal energy. These initiatives are aimed at reducing the island's carbon footprint and increasing energy independence.
Subject to the hazards of climate change, islands are heavily impacted by cyclones and rising oceans. The choice of an energy production system must be studied in the light of these natural risks. The role of ENSOLUS is to study all the different types of energy that can be harnessed, depending on the situation on each island, and to highlight possible, practical solutions for individuals, communities, and independent island states.
Today, we've made a modest start, and collective efforts are needed to change habits and mentalities. There's still a lot of work to be done to fully achieve the transition to economically viable solutions for island energy autonomy.
But we're optimistic.
Resources
Small islands have several limited green energy resources available that can be used to generate renewable energy. Here are some of the most notable types :
Solar energy
Islands have abundant sunshine throughout the year, making solar energy a highly viable green energy resource. Solar panels can be installed on homes, businesses, and other structures to generate electricity.
Wind energy
Isalnds are also located in a region with consistent winds, making it a promising location for wind energy production. Wind turbines can be installed on land or offshore to generate renewable electricity.
Biomass energy
Biomass energy involves using organic matter such as agricultural waste, wood, and other plant matter to generate energy. Islands have the potential to generate biomass energy through its agriculture industry.
Geothermal energy
While not as commonly used as solar or wind energy, geothermal energy involves using the heat from the earth's core to generate electricity. Islands have some geothermal potential, although it has not been fully explored
Hydro energy
Islands have some small-scale hydroelectric potential that can be harnessed from streams and rivers on the island. Hydro energy uses water to generate clean electricity, reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability for a greener future.
Ocean wave energy
Ocean wave energy holds promise for Island's sustainable future with abundant wave resources. Adopting this clean and renewable energy source can reduce fossil fuel reliance, combat climate change, enhance energy security, stimulate economic growth, and position the island as a sustainability leader for a greener world.
Green hydrogen energy
Green hydrogen energy in Island's can revolutionize the energy landscape by providing a clean and sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, reducing the carbon footprint, combatting climate change, enhancing energy security, and supporting economic growth, driving the island towards a low-carbon and environmentally conscious society.
Gray atomic energy
Gray atomic energy, or nuclear power, offers potential for low-emission electricity in Islands, but it demands strict safety, waste management, and public acceptance to balance environmental and human concerns. Proper management can meet energy needs sustainably, but risks and challenges must be carefully addressed.
Overall, Small Islands have a diverse range of green energy resources available that can be used to transition towards a more sustainable energy system.
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