VIEO: Virgin Islands Energy Office

Your feedback matters! The V.I. Energy Office is collecting feedback on future public charging site locations. The survey will take only a few minutes and will help determine future priority areas for future installations. Please fill out this survey by Tuesday, June 30th.

**CLICK HERE FOR THE SURVEY**

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Since launching 1 month ago, the VIEO's VIBES-2.0-VPP has expanded at an exponential rate, demonstrating the growing interest in community-powered energy solutions across the Virgin Islands.

In just a few short weeks, more than 100 sites representing 225 Tesla Powerwalls have enrolled in the program, creating a network of 1.3 MW of dispatchable power backed by 3.15 MWh of energy storage capacity. Even more exciting, the first round of enrollment incentives has already been distributed, with over $100,000 in checks issued to 36 participating customers territory-wide!

Are you a legacy WAPA Net Metering customer? ✅️
Do you own a Tesla Powerwall? ✅️✅️
Do you enjoy cash incentives? ✅️✅️✅️

Then the joining VIBES-2.0-VPP may be one of the easiest energy decisions you’ll ever make!

In Collaboration with the RT Park, the VIEO would like to provide Operating Guidelines for the DC Fast Charger at the RT Park. While this charging station is currently free to use and open to the public, it is located on the University property. As a result, users must abide by campus security protocols as outlined in the flyer. Also, for authorization to use the charger please register your vehicle through the link attached: https://share.hsforms.com/21rCaxAfTTj657Pglw1kzGAbm1js

Have you gotten your application in for the Weatherization Assistance Program yet?

WAP helps Virgin Islanders replace their outdated, inefficient appliances and fixtures with proven upgrades that reduce energy consumption and cut down on waste; free of charge. To apply, visit our headquarters in either district or check us out at https://energy.vi.gov/wap/

VIEO is located in Frederiksted at #2 Estate Carlton, Suite 3 on St. Croix. And in Charlotte Amalie on the second floor of the Nisky Center, Suite 208 on St. Thomas.

🔋Calling all Tesla Powerwall owners in the U.S. Virgin Islands! 🔋

The VIBES 2.0 Virtual Power Plant (VPP) is officially launched in partnership with Tesla Energy.

This program allows Tesla Powerwall owners across the territory to earn incentives while helping stabilize the electrical grid during periods of high demand and generation shortfalls.

Bridge a generation shortage and prevent your neighbors without batteries from losing grid power. All by sharing your Powerwalls' excess energy via the VPP.

As we head into the height of summer and increasing grid strain, the VPP gives the grid another important tool to help reduce stress on the system and mitigate the types of rotational outages we have experienced in the past.

Learn more about how the VIBES 2.0 VPP works and how to enroll by visiting: 🌐 https://energy.vi.gov/vibes2/

The Virgin Islands Energy Office is proud to announce the launch of the Virgin Islands Resiliency Gateway (VIRG) Program.

This initiative is about delivering immediate, practical support by placing portable backup power directly into the homes of those who need it most. No installation, just simple, plug-and-play systems that provide peace of mind the moment the grid goes down.

These systems are designed to make a real difference in everyday life during an outage. These are high-capacity lithium battery systems (3 kWh) that include a wide array of power outlet options to keep essential household needs running:

•Keep a refrigerator running for 12–24+ hours

•Power a CPAP machine for 2–3 nights of uninterrupted use

• Support oxygen concentrators and other critical medical devices

•Keep phones charged, lights on, and families connected

And with a 400 W solar panels included, residents can recharge during the day and extend their backup even further.

This program is focused on supporting seniors and medically vulnerable residents because for many in our community, electricity isn’t optional, it’s essential. Through VIRG, VIEO is leveraging innovations and reduced pricing on back-up battery technology to bridge the gap between long-term grid improvements and delivered relief.

900 systems will be deployed across the Territory

Administered in partnership with the Department of Human Services & USVIEDA

More details on eligibility and applications coming soon