The idea may sound futuristic today: ships calling at Statia for energy instead of oil.
The old storage tanks take on a new role. No more diesel or heavy fuel oil, but storage of renewable energy from both sun and wind. By day, the tanks are filled with surplus energy from solar panels and wind turbines. At night, they are discharged; the fast-flowing water is channelled through turbines, and the energy is recovered. This allows the entire island to run fully on green energy, day and night.
Any remaining surplus can then be used for small-scale hydrogen production. This not only secures a stable power supply, but also creates a cleaner fuel for ships, vehicles, and potentially export.
The storage capacity of the silos is substantial, with ample room for expansion depending on ambition. This positions Statia to become a significant energy hub in the region.

One day, tankers, ferries, and yachts might berth here — not for the familiar black liquid, but for energy and fuels that are almost invisible.

From oil port to energy hub. The tanks become the batteries — and the source of a new, clean economy.