DP World Commissions 5.1 MW Solar Plant at Dominican Republic Logistics Hub to Advance Decarbonization Goals

DP World has commissioned a new solar power installation at its logistics hub in the Dominican Republic as part of its broader strategy to reduce carbon emissions and strengthen sustainable logistics infrastructure across the Americas.

The newly installed solar facility, with a capacity of 5,120 kilowatts (kW), spans approximately 18,000 square meters and is expected to reduce annual carbon emissions by more than 3,500 tons while lowering dependence on fossil fuel-based electricity.

According to the company, the onsite solar plant will reduce fossil fuel-based energy demand across terminal operations by nearly 15%. The installation is expected to supply around 10% of the terminal’s total electricity requirements, while an additional 22% of power consumption will be sourced from renewable energy providers.

The project forms part of DP World’s ongoing sustainability investments in the Dominican Republic, which also include the deployment of electric cargo handling equipment, environmental initiatives, and energy-efficient infrastructure aimed at improving operational performance while reducing emissions.

Manuel Martínez said the project highlights the role of renewable energy investments in improving operational efficiency and infrastructure resilience.

“This project demonstrates how targeted investment in renewable energy can deliver immediate operational benefits. By increasing onsite generation, we are reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency, and strengthening the resilience of our logistics infrastructure to support long-term trade growth across the Americas,” Martínez stated.

The company noted that the project reflects increasing demand across the Americas for more reliable and sustainable energy solutions as logistics operators seek to balance rising trade volumes with decarbonization objectives and energy cost management.

The Dominican Republic installation is part of DP World’s wider Global Decarbonization Strategy, under which the company aims to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030.

DP World has been expanding onsite solar generation across multiple regions including the United Arab Emirates, India, the United Kingdom, Africa, and Latin America as part of its efforts to integrate renewable energy and electrification into port and logistics operations.

The company stated that these initiatives are being combined with broader renewable energy sourcing and equipment electrification programs to improve energy resilience and reduce emissions across critical global trade infrastructure.