Energy profile: Honduras
Roughly half of Honduras''s total energy supply comes from imported oil, with the remainder provided by biofuels and other renewables including solar, wind, and hydro.
Roughly half of Honduras''s total energy supply comes from imported oil, with the remainder provided by biofuels and other renewables including solar, wind, and hydro.
National ambitions for sustainable development in Honduras face important infrastructure constraints. Significant investment is needed to enhance the quality of energy and water services, including improvements in
In 2014, Honduras approved a new Law of Electrical Industry, which establishes technology-specific auctions for renewable energy. 75% of the population has access to electricity in the country and
A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently visited Honduras to evaluate the state of the country''s energy sector.
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Renewable energy had an absolutely dominant position in the primary energy offering in Honduras, accounting for about 98% in 2009. Among these, the importance of renewable fuels and waste is
Honduras'' energy transition is shaped by its significant renewable energy resources and the strategic need to reduce fossil fuel dependence, enhance energy security, and expand electricity access.
Honduras, historically one of the most climate-vulnerable countries, committed to decarbonizing by 2050 but expects an increase in greenhouse gas emissions from current levels across all scenarios in its
Since September 2015, Honduras made the conditional pledge — through its Nationally Determined Contribution —of reducing its CO2 emissions 15% by 2030 (compared to those in the 2016 baseline year) across its
Community leaders who resist renewable energy projects report being threatened. Experts, activists and community members say better protection for community leaders is urgently needed.
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