New ruling cuts red tape for installing solar energy in DR
The new regulation governing distributed generation in the Dominican Republic was recently published on 19 January 2026, marking a significant shift in how solar panels are installed
3 FAQs about Dominican Civilian solar System
Why did the Dominican Republic start a solar park in 2022?
On 2022, DOMINION completed the commissioning of El Soco photovoltaic solar park in the municipality of Consuelo, Dominican Republic. The energy deficit and dependence on fossil fuels drove the Dominican Republic to step up its commitment to clean energy.
How many solar panels are used in Dominican Republic?
For the construction, which has had an investment of 93M USD, a total of 147,870 solar panels were used. The project helps Dominican Republic to reach its goal until 2025, the year in which they expect 25% of the electricity consumed by the country to come from renewable energies, and has generated more than 500 direct jobs in the region.
Why did the Dominican Republic build a photovoltaic plant?
The energy deficit and dependence on fossil fuels drove the Dominican Republic to step up its commitment to clean energy. DOMINION took on the task of building the photovoltaic plant in this Caribbean country, with an offer that included everything from the design and construction of the plant to its operation and subsequent maintenance.
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On 2022, DOMINION completed the commissioning of El Soco photovoltaic solar park in the municipality of Consuelo, Dominican Republic.
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