Why is Suriname a green country?

Diversification of Suriname’s energy mix with solar and hydro energy will boost the country’s energy security by reducing its reliance on costly imported fossil fuels. Increased green energy supply aligns with global sustainability goals (net zero goals), while it further enhances Suriname’s image as an eco-conscious country.

What is the electricity supply voltage in Suriname?

Daytime temperatures range between 21°C and 32°C. The satisfactory domestic and commercial supply voltage in Suriname is 127/230 volts, 50-60 cycles. Other suppliers include N.V. Energiebedrijven Suriname, Staatsolie Power Company Suriname, and Dienst Elektriciteitsvoorziening.

Who provides water in Suriname?

Other suppliers include N.V. Energiebedrijven Suriname, Staatsolie Power Company Suriname, and Dienst Elektriciteitsvoorziening. N.V. Surinaamsche Waterleiding Maatschappij (SWM), otherwise known as the “Suriname Water Company” is the main provider of water primarily in urban centers.

Where is Suriname located?

PANAMA CITY, PANAMA (Piero Stewart, Energy Analytics Institute, 19.Feb.2025) — Suriname is located on the northern coast of South America, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Brazil to the South, Guyana to the West and French Guiana to the East.

Could a macroeconomic stabilization program benefit Suriname?

Fiscal adjustments could potentially benefit Suriname within the context of a macroeconomic stabilization program, according to the World Bank. Despite its limited production of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, Suriname is one of the world’s most vulnerable to the impact of flooding.

What is Suriname known for?

Suriname’s original forest cover remains at 93% with a deforestation rate of less than 0.22%. The country’s rivers flow northward leading into the Atlantic Ocean, with its most fertile lands protected by diking and drainage. Suriname remains a top producer of mineral wealth as it is reliant on production of gold and oil.