Is Cayman the perfect place to harness solar energy?

Significant improvements are being made in the solar energy industry every year and Cayman is the perfect location to harness the power of the sun. Solar energy can be harvested in two ways: solar photovoltaic (PV), which converts sunlight into electricity and solar thermal, which heats water.

What is the first commercial solar project in Cayman?

The 20 acre 5MW Solar Farm located in Bodden Town is the first commercial solar project in Cayman. Completed in 2017, this solar farm was also the first Independent Power Producer (IPP) in Grand Cayman, selling electricity to CUC through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA).

Are solar panels duty-free in Cayman?

However, renewable energy equipment, such as solar panels, are in fact duty-free for residential homeowners. Although Cayman enjoys over 300 days of sunshine, you will need to consider an alternative source of power should there be no sun. One such option is the Tesla Powerwall battery.

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