EV-Lution IV to feature the latest in electric mobility
With the transport sector accounting for nearly 39 per cent of the total greenhouse gas emissions in Latin America and the Caribbean, there is no better time for the Caribbean to consider the switch to electric vehicles (EVs), which are proven to be, efficient, environmentally friendly and may cost less over their lifetime when compared to traditional internal combustion engine vehicles.
The EV-Lution IV Exhibition will be held on Tuesday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the AC Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica, to promote electric mobility in the Caribbean. This exhibition is one of the major events of CARICOM Energy Month (CEM) 2023 and will take place alongside the Eighth Caribbean Sustainable Energy Forum (CSEF 8), which is scheduled to run from November 7 to 9, 2023, also in Kingston, Jamaica. CEM 2023’s theme – Accelerating Innovation – Driving Electrification, highlights innovation’s importance in the energy and electrification markets and its role in adapting existing technologies to match the changing landscape.
EV-Lution IV promises an immersive experience for attendees, featuring the latest advancements in electric vehicle technology and how, if embraced, it can transform our Region. As the premier EV awareness event in the Caribbean, it will showcase, among other things, interactive EV displays and test drives, cutting-edge charging technologies, and intelligent energy management systems from leading manufacturers. Commercial banks and insurance companies will also be on hand to share how you can get your own EV on the road. This EV event is hosted by the CARICOM Secretariat, the Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE) and the Jamaica Electric Vehicle Association, with support from the Caribbean Development Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank, New Energy Events, and Tropical Mobility.
Head of Technical Programmes, The CCREEE, Dr. Devon Gardner, said that the organisers are enthusiastic about creating a platform to accelerate the transition to electric mobility.
“We believe that electric vehicles are the future of transportation, and it is crucial that we in the Caribbean know what is available. By embracing EVs, we are taking a significant step towards a cleaner and more sustainable future. The upcoming EV-Lution IV will be a ground-breaking event that brings together industry leaders, enthusiasts, and environmentally-conscious consumers. As the world seeks more sustainable transportation solutions, this exhibition provides a platform to explore, learn, and experience the future of electric mobility.”
For more details about CEM2023 and the EV-Lution IV Exhibition, follow our social media pages @CaribbeanRECentre and @caricom.energy.
About The CCREEE
The Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE), headquartered in St. Michael, Barbados, was established by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of Governments in April 2018 to transition the economies of the region to more sustainable energy use. The CCREEE is designed to directly address what is commonly referred to as an “implementation gap” within the regional sustainable energy landscape. It provides reliable and dedicated direct support to businesses, governments, and civil society actors by complementing and backstopping the individual and institutional capacities for energy-sector planning and sustainable-energy project implementation. Its work includes the development of modern, long-range plans for the energy sector and the transformation of innovative project ideas and concepts into “bankable” technical proposals and business plans. Through its dedicated, reliable, and deliberate actions, The CCREEE provides secure and resilient energy solutions to continually improve the competitiveness of businesses and the quality of the lives of CARICOM citizens.
For more information, visit www.ccreee.org
Media Contacts:
Dr. Pamala Proverbs, The CCREEE, 1-246-230-5979, communications@ccreee.org
Mrs. Michelle Nurse, CARICOM Secretariat, 1- 592-222-0001-6 Ext 2420 michelle.nurse@caricom.org
Ms. Dania Bogle, CDB, Mobile: 1-876-995-1932, dania.bogle@caribank.org
Source: CARICOM TODAY