The Energy Race: Why Small Islands Must Move Fast
- Feb 16
- 1 min read
Updated: Mar 9
The second edition of the IEA’s State of Energy Innovation is out, and it confirms what we already felt: the energy race is no longer just about climate. It’s about competitiveness and security.
For a small island state like Antigua here’s what matters most:
Grid resilience is front and centre. Innovation in grid tech is critical. A stronger grid means less downtime for businesses and more room to integrate renewables, without compromising stability.
The ecosystem is buzzing. Over 320 energy start-ups were funded globally in 2025. The pipeline of new solutions is growing fast. The question is: is our local policy framework ready to adopt them?
The “Races to First” are on. The IEA is tracking 18 global technology milestones, from advanced solar to long-duration storage. Watching these tells us what’s coming and how we can prepare.
The global momentum is undeniable. The question for us is simple: how do we capture it?
