While many nations are taking steps toward energy independence, Aruba is diving in. In 2012, the small island nation pledged to transition to 100 percent renewable energy within eight years. Justin Locke is director of the island energy program at the Carbon War Room, an international nonprofit. He said it makes sense for islands to switch to clean power. “Islands currently pay some of the highest electricity prices in the world. At the same time,…
Aruba commits to 100% renewable energy
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