This Non-Technical Summary (NTS) provides an overview, in plain language, of the main findings of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) prepared for the construction and operation of the Dominica Geothermal Project (hereafter referred to as ‘the Project’). The Project is the construction and operation of geothermal wells, reinjection systems and a geothermal power plant with a capacity of 7 Mega Watts (MW) and connection to the Dominica electrical grid and associated infrastructure. When complete, the Project will make an important contribution to the socio-economic development of the region and the Commonwealth of Dominica. It will provide a stable source of electricity for the island and reduce the overall reliance on diesel generation. 

It is important to note that this NTS does not, and is not intended to, convey all of the information relating to the Project and its potential impacts on the physical and social environment. The text provided herein is a summary of the detailed assessments discussed in the ESIA. Therefore, for more detailed information pertaining to any part of this NTS, please refer to the ESIA and supporting specialist Technical Reports, which are available at the offices of the Dominica Geothermal Development Company Ltd (DGDC) (refer Section 4.6).