The Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme is implementing the GEF funded project that requires the services of two consultants. The Project is entitled “Low Carbon Development Path (LCDP): Promoting energy efficient applications and solar photovoltaic technologies in streets, outdoor areas and public buildings in island communities nationwide”.

The Commonwealth of Dominica has some of the world’s highest electricity costs due to its dependence on fossil power generation. This jeopardises the country’s potential and image for environmentally sound development that is in line with its reputation as the “nature island”, and is socially inclusive and economically feasible. Past attempts to strengthen low carbon development have not taken root due to aforementioned threats and root causes and barriers. The current development trajectory of Dominica, especially with regards to meeting growing energy demand, is not sustainable with the consequences of increasing poverty in the country.