Dominican Energy Sector Booms: Minister Santos Announces Major Growth

The Dominican Republic's Energy Sector Shows Strong Growth, Minister Santos Reports Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – May 21, 2025 – The Dominican energy sector is experiencing significant growth, according to Minister of Energy and Mines, Joel Santos. In an exclusive interview with El Nuevo Diario, Santos highlighted several key projects driving this expansion. "The sector continues to grow and develop important projects, both in thermal and renewable energy," Santos stated. Santos emphasized the projected growth in thermal energy, anticipating a 54% increase within the next three years. He also pointed to the remarkable doubling of renewable energy generation between 2024 and 2028. These figures demonstrate a commitment to diversifying the nation's energy sources and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Beyond thermal and renewable energy, Santos also mentioned ongoing investments in the transmission sector, further strengthening the country's energy infrastructure. His optimistic outlook suggests a bright future for the Dominican Republic's energy sector, with continued development and growth on the horizon.