The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has joined forces with the Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to strengthen the energy grid in Puerto Rico.
This joint effort will include new initiatives that will not only enhance the resilience of the grid but also help the region achieve the goal of a net-zero carbon economy, according to a DHS news release.
“Today’s commitments and the launch of the PR100 Study show that 2022 will be a year of action to modernize Puerto Rico’s grid and increase energy resilience as we accelerate your work with Puerto Rico to execute data-driven, community-tailored pathways towards 100% clean electricity,” Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm said.
The agencies executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which promises collaboration among federal agencies in the mainland and the Commonwealth.
The new MOU will kickstart the PR100 Study. “As Puerto Rico continues to rebuild and recover, we will work with our interagency partners to help create a more sustainable future and ensure communities have access to affordable energy and cleaner air,” DHS Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas said.
The PR100 Study is a roadmap that is community-driven and locally tailored to help the island of Puerto Rico meet its goal of switching to 100% renewable energy.
