Sustainable Energy & Development News – February 2012
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Sustainable Energy & Development News VOL.1 FEBRUARY 2012 THE MONTHLY REVIEW OF SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & DEVELOPMENT NEWS IN THE CARIBBEAN FROM THE REGION”S LEADING INFORMATION PLATFORMS. The DBJ launches Energy Loans for Householders in Jamaica The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) has launched a new J$100 million Line of Credit allowing householders to access up to J$2 million to install renewable energy soluons such as solar water heaters, photovoltaic (PV) panels, bio digesters, and wind turbines on their homes. Read more This publication is prepared by the Caribbean Energy Information System. Regional Energy Innovaon Compeon Launched in St Lucia At a recently held launch on Friday February 17, 2012 at the Bay Gardens Inn to kick off the St Lucia leg of the contest; the gathering learnt that the upcoming compeon is set, once again, to provide support to regional energy innovave efforts, promote renewable energy, improve energy efficiency and, overall, facilitate access to energy in the region. Read more Barbados Agrofest 2012: Solar-powered hydroponics One of the exhibitors took the opportunity to explore the theme was Solar Energy Innovaons Inc. (SEI) , which showcased their solar- powered hydroponics system. Photovoltaic panels convert solar energy to electricity which then powers the lighng and pumps in the hydroponic set-up. Read more
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Sustainable Energy &Development News
VOL.1 FEBRUARY 2012
THE MONTHLY REVIEW OF SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & DEVELOPMENT NEWS IN THE CARIBBEAN FROM THE REGION”S LEADING INFORMATION PLATFORMS.
The DBJ launches Energy Loans for Householders in JamaicaThe Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) has launched a new J$100
million Line of Credit allowing householders to access up to J$2 million to install renewable energy solutions such as solar water heaters, photovoltaic (PV) panels, bio digesters, and wind turbines on their
homes. Read more
This publication is prepared by the Caribbean Energy Information System.
Regional Energy Innovation Competition Launched in St LuciaAt a recently held launch on Friday February 17, 2012 at the Bay
Gardens Inn to kick off the St Lucia leg of the contest; the gathering learnt that the upcoming competition is set, once again, to provide support to regional energy innovative efforts, promote renewable energy, improve energy efficiency and, overall, facilitate access to
energy in the region. Read more
Barbados Agrofest 2012: Solar-powered hydroponicsOne of the exhibitors took the opportunity to explore the theme was
Solar Energy Innovations Inc. (SEI) , which showcased their solar-powered hydroponics system. Photovoltaic panels convert solar
energy to electricity which then powers the lighting and pumps in the hydroponic set-up. Read more
FEBRUARY 2012 IN REVIEW BE IN THE KNOW ON RENEWABLE ENERGY
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CIPORE EVENTS, See All Events
3rd Annual Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO)
Sustainable Tourism Conference (STC 13)
April 2-4, 2012
Barbados Power SummitApril 16-17, 2012
Going Green Invest Caribbean Now Forum
April 18, 2012
Solar Energy International Offers Renewable Energy Tour
of Cuba April 19-29, 2012
Jamaica Power SunmitApril 19- 20, 2012
Renewable Energy Finance Forum – Latin America and
Caribbean (REFF-LAC)April 24-25, 2012
UTECH Energy ExpoMay 16- 19, 2012
29-2-2012 ||Green VI hands over draft legislation to government to promote clean, renewable energy in the British Virgin IslandsGreen VI has handed over to Government draft legislation that could swiftly revise current legislation that restricts the use of renewable energy in the BVI. Read more
29-2-2012 || The DBJ launches Energy Loans for Householders in JamaicaThe Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) has launched a new J$100 million Line of Credit allowing householders to access up to J$2 million to install renewable energy solutions such as solar water heaters, photovoltaic (PV) panels, bio digesters, and wind turbines on their homes. Read more
28-2-2012 || Multi-sectoral approach needed to deal with bio-energy development -Participants hear of this at capacity building workshop in GuyanaThe training programme forms part of an overall multi-agency approach; involving the Ministry of Agriculture, IAST, NAREI, and the University of Guyana (UG) to enhance and develop the country’s agro-energy sector. Read more
27-2-2012 || St. Maarten energy policy sees revised legislation, GEBE benchmarks, green energy planThe Green Energy Plan will also provide in allowing households and commercial enterprises to produce electrical energy from renewable energy sources like solar power and wind power for their own consumption, while facilitating the delivery of the surplus of power produced to the GEBE grid, making use of net metering. GEBE is the sole utility company producing and distributing electricity on St. Maarten, Saba and Statia. Read more
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Coral Reef in the Caribbean susceptible to climate change
27-2-2012 || The Caribbean’s Future In Renewable Energy Is BrightThe Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is partnering with Invest Caribbean Now, the brand founded by Felicia Persaud, the Guyana-born CEO of the New York-based digital media company Hard Beat Communications, to present the inaugural green forum. Read more
27-2-2012 ||Barbados Looking to the future with Renewable EnergyThe agriculture industry of Barbados has not been spared the effects of constantly rising international fuel prices.For that reason, farmers are being encouraged to find innovative ways – such as the use of renewable energy – in their everyday operations. Read more
27-2-2012 || Solar-powered hydroponics at Barbados Agrofest 2012One of the exhibitors took the opportunity to explore the theme was Solar Energy Innovations Inc. (SEI) , which showcased their solar-powered hydroponics system. Photovoltaic panels convert solar energy to electricity which then powers the lighting and pumps in the hydroponic set-up. Read more
27-2-2012 ||Jamaica’s Energy Minister installs solar energy system at homeStating that he could no longer afford the high cost of electricity provided by the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS), Minister of Mining and Energy Phillip Paulwell said he was now installing a solar-energy system at his home and he urged Jamaicans to do the same. Read more
27-2-2012 ||Solar-powered poultry farming at Barbados Agrofest Another interesting idea from Agrofest that combines renewable energy and agriculture: solar-powered poultry micro-farming. Read more
CIPORE EVENTS, See All Events
Utilities & Smart Metering Latin America SummitMay 22-23, 2012
Islands of the World XII Conference 2012
May 29- June 1, 2012
RIO+20June 20-22, 2012
International Conference on Technology Transfer and
Renewable Energy 2012June 21-22, 2012
CARILEC Renewable Energy Forum 2012
September 18-19, 2012
24-2-2012 || Electrogen- The Fast Solar Powered Car in JamaicaElectrogen is the rocket-shaped, right-hand drive, four-seater, sea gull-winged door vehicle is powered by 12 lithium batteries that can be charged either by the sun or electricity. Read more
24-2-2012 ||Forest waste energy generated in Santiago de CubaDr. Angel Recio, Professor of the Center for Energy Efficiency at the University of East, explained that this is the first of its kind in the country for industrial purposes. Read more
24-2-2012 || Jamaica Poised for Major Investment in Renewable EnergyAs it relates to energy, the JAMPRO President mentioned the Jamaica Public Service’s (JPS) $30 million hydropower power facility for Magotty. Read more
23-2-2012 ||Guyana signed biofuel MoU with ANSA McAlGuyana-based ANSA McAL Trading Ltd signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Guyana government for the establishment of an ethanol production project on September 30, 2011 and its signing has recently been made public. Read more
23-2-2012 || Regional Energy Innovation Competition Launched in St LuciaAt a recently held launch on Friday February 17, 2012 at the Bay Gardens Inn to kick off the St Lucia leg of the contest; the gathering learnt that the upcoming competition is set, once again, to provide support to regional energy innovative efforts, promote renewable energy, improve energy efficiency and, overall, facilitate access to energy in the region. Read more
23-2-2012 ||Launch Of IDEAS 2012 Contest In The Caribbean- UK REMARKS – Karl Burrows, Resident British Commissioner, St. LuciaAt the launch of a US$15m Climate & Clean Air Coalition yesterday, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said that climate change “is one of the most serious and complex problems facing our world today”. Energy security is a big part of that problem. Read more
23-2-2012 || IDEAS 2012 Launch Speech by Ken Aldonza, Past IDEAS Contest winner- St. LuciaToday, with funding through GVEP and GIZ, our pilot ethanol plant has started production. Yes, it has moved from being my idea, to being our pilot plant because it would not have been possible without GVEP and GIZ. Read more
21-2-2012 ||DOMINICA – Energy exploration drilling starts in LaudatAt the ground-breaking ceremony Prime Minister Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit said this phase of the project is a great milestone for Dominica. He also expressed his thanks to the stakeholders involved including the Organization of American States (OAS), of which Dominica became a member in 1979. Read more
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21-2-2012 || Caribbean needs to do more to stimulate demand in renewable energy- Caricom officialProgramme Manager for Energy at the Guyana-based Caribbean Community (Caricom) Headquarters, Joseph Williams said the region was yet to address the gap of creating demand and interest in newer technologies that use wind or solar energy. Read more
20-2-2012 ||Renewable Energy Loan with Capital & Credit Merchant Bank in JamaicaPut the power in your hands: Access a Renewable Energy Loan and reduce your reliance on the national power supply, while contributing to the protection of the environment. Read more
20-2-2012 || Jamaican on team harnessing the Power of the sunAnywhere you go in the world, there is probably a Jamaican in the mix making great things happen. Jamaican, Lauren Chai is a member of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) group of students who recently created a solar-powered vehicle. Read more
19-2-2012 ||Solamon Energy President For Invest Caribbean Now 2012President and co-founder of Solamon Energy Corp, Jay Yeo, is among the speakers confirmed, for the 2012 Invest Caribbean Now. Read more
20-2-2012 ||FortisTCI meets with Chamber of Commerce and TCHTA to discuss Renewable Energy in Turks and Caicos Islands.Discussions began with an overview of Fortis Inc. and its subsidiaries, before emphasis was placed on the high cost of fuel in the Caribbean, the importance of energy conservation, the realities of renewable energy as it relates to the Turks and Caicos Islands, and other mutual concerns between the utility and the business community. Read more
17-2-2012 ||Renewable Energy Project for AnguillaA project, anticipated to continue for 7-10 months, aimed at integrating renewable energy technologies (such as solar and wind power) into Anguilla’s electricity system, has begun on the island. Read more
18-2-2012 ||A micro photovoltaic system has been connected to Cuba’s national power gridA micro photovoltaic system has been connected to Cuba’s national power grid in the eastern city of Santiago de Cuba, with a view to evaluating the technology under tropical weather conditions and leading feasibility studies before it is expanded to the rest of the country. Read more
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REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS, EXPRESSIONS OF
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EIO: Communication and Public Education Programme || Jamaica
ESEE Project
EIB, Caribbean Development Bank Launch Climate Action Lending Programme Call for
Proposal
The 2012 IDEAS contest calls for innovative proposals || Deadline:
April 30, 2012
Caribbean Montserrat inviting expressions of interest for geothermal development
RFP: Grid Impact Analysis and Assessment for Increased
Penetration of Renewable Energy into the Jamaica
Electricity Grid
Smart Grid Road Map for Jamaica Call For Proposal
Development of Electric Power Policy and Modernization of the
Electric Lighting Act for Jamaica Call for Proposal
14-2-2012 ||O.D. Brisbane offers Green TechnologyLocal company O.D. Brisbane and L.A. Dupigny have teamed up with Grensol in Grenada to offer Dominicans what they describe as “an alternate source of energy.”According to Chairman of O. D. Brisbane, Jerry Brisbane, the company is expanding its business model in Dominica to include “Green Technology”. Read more
11-2-2012 ||Wind Farm for Eleuthera in The BahamasA renewable energy provider is looking to “commission” its Eleuthera wind farm by early 2013, having invested $250,000 in completing the first project phase involving the construction of a Meteorological tower. Bahamian firm, WINSO Company, has formed the Eleuthera Wind Power entity to supply renewable energy to the Tarpum Bay reverse osmosis plant. Read more
13-2-2012 ||Bahamians Embrace Plan To Reduce Carbon Footprint with Renewable EnergyMinister Neymour said Solar Water Heater technology has been installed in government subdivisions and includes a metering system for monitoring and storing data on solar production, hot water consumption and other useful variables that will provide real data on domestic thermal energy consumption levels. Read more
11-2-2012 ||Minister’s Statement Regarding Start of Renewable Energy Project in AnguillaFellow Anguillians, as Minister with responsibility for electricity I am pleased to announce that the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) – a UK based development funding agency – has agreed to fund a consultancy to recommend amendments to Anguilla’s electricity legislation to allow for integration of Renewable Energy technologies into Anguilla’s electricity profile. Read more
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9-2-2012 || Gov’t in early talks with potential solar investor – PCJThe Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) said the Jamaican government has engaged only in preliminary discussions with the Canadian-based Solamon Energy Corporation which said it has plans to invest US$444.2 million to establish a solar power plant in the island. Read more
9-2-2012 ||AMCHAM “Private Sector Forum on Energy” in Jamaica AMCHAM “Private Sector Forum on Energy” Forum was held in Jamaica on Thursday, February 9, 2012. Read more
7-2-2012 ||Cuba On The Road To Clean Energy DevelopmentThe Cuban Society for the Promotion of Renewable Energy Sources and Respect for the Environment (CUBASOLAR), a non- governmental organisation that promotes the use of alternative and environmentally-friendly power sources. Read more
6-2-2012 ||Alternative energy use dependent on affordable packages in BarbadosMore affordable packages to spur the use of alternative energy in Barbados – this is the suggestion of Dr. Delisle Worrell, Governor of the Central Bank of Barbados (CBB). Speaking on the pillars Barbados has to develop in order for future growth he pointed to the use of alternative energy as a key pillar at the review of the economy of 2011. Read more
6-2-2012 ||Barbados Agrofest organisers get thumbs up for renewable energy themeThe company, Solar Energy Innovations Inc, is one of 83 exhibitors sponsored by the Commission as well as one from an over 250 exhibitors for the overall exhibition which will feature cooking demonstrations, a petting zoo, farmers market and exhibitions by the Barbados Horticultural Society among many others. Read more
5-2-2012 ||Portable power-The Wilson Solar Portable Generator in Jamaica The idea of a portable solar generator was conceptualised with his discovery that many poor countries have been experiencing difficulties with their water-treatment systems, resulting in serious public-health issues. Read more3-2-2012 ||Dutch to provide Saba, Statia US$500,000 for green energyThe Hague–Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation EL&I Maxime Verhagen has made half a million US dollars available for sustainable energy for St. Eustatius and Saba. Read more
2-2-2012 ||VINLEC continues to develop alternative energy sources in St. Vincent and the GrenadinesThe St. Vincent Electricity Services Limited (VINLEC) is continuing to work on its program to develop renewable sources of energy production. Read more
1-2-2012 ||European Investment Bank backs Caribbean geothermal energy scheme in Dominica, Martinique and Guadeloupe.The European Investment Bank, will provide a EUR 1.1 million grant to enhance detailed planning and study the feasibility of exporting electricity generated by geothermal energy from Dominica to neighbouring islands Martinique and Guadeloupe. Read more
1-2-2012 ||In US Virgin Islands Senate Panel Looks for Alternative EnergiesThe Alpine Energy Group waste-to-energy project, which has been simmering for two years, may get a little closer to fruition later this month when the full Senate takes up the lease for a waste processing plant at the Bovoni landfill on St. Thomas. Read more
Preview March 20121-3-2012 || Bio Energy is critical for Agriculture Development in GuyanaBioenergy is critical to the development of the country’s Agriculture Sector. This is according to Agriculture Minister Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, who during a recent forum outlined his plans for the sector over the next five years. Read more
1-3-2012 ||Trinidad and Tobago going greenThere was no pressure for this country to go solar, but now that Scott-Ryder among others, is forecasting a continuous decline in our oil production, suddenly there is a call to look for alternative sources of sustainable and renewable energy. Read more
4-2-2012 || National Bakery in Jamaica uses biodiesel-diesel mix for fleetThe next time you see a National Bakery truck making a delivery, it may just be running on a combination of diesel and biodiesel, which has been processed at the company’s Osborne Road, St Andrew, premises. Read more
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4-3-2012 ||Russians Interested in Setting up Ethanol Plant in JamaicaConsultant, Peter Mitchell, who brought in several investors from Russia, said they are interested in erecting a plant to convert sweet sorghum, which is similar to sugarcane, into ethanol. There is international effort to improve sorghum farming and to find additional applications, including its use as poultry feed, secondarily as cattle feed, and in brewing applications. Read more
February 2012 IN REVIEWBE IN THE KNOW ON ENERGY EFFICIENCY, ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE CHANGE
29-2-2012 ||Panasonic introduces new energy-saving technologyWORLD-leading electronics brand Panasonic has introduced its latest energy-saving technology — Econavi — as it continues to raise the bar on consumer ‘green’ appliances. Read more
29-2-2012 ||Industry leaders convene in Miami for the Utilities & Smart Metering Latin America Summit 2012On the 21st and 22nd of May 2012 representatives from South America, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean will convene in Miami at the Utilities & Smart Metering Latin America Summit 2012. Read more29-2-2012 ||Center for Sustainable Development offers training in community-based climate adaptationThe US-based Centre for Sustainable Development is offering online training in community-based adaptation to climate change. This first course, From the Ground Up for Adapation: Designing Community-Centered Projects with Sustainable Solutions, begins on March 6. Read more
28-2-2012 ||Local Government in Jamaica Looking to Reduce Cost of Street LightsLocal Government and Community Development Minister, Hon. Noel Arscott, said the Ministry is exploring ways to reduce the high cost to the parish councils for street lights, which is projected at approximately $2.6 billion this year. Read more
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27-2-2012 || Government to launch energy-saving planMinister of Energy Phillip Paulwell has said the sharp increases in oil prices on the world market due to instability in the Middle East will mean more hardship for Jamaica. However, he said the Government was treating the development as a crisis, which requires an urgent response. Read more
27-2-2012 ||Promoting Energy Efficiency in the CaribbeanENERGY CARIBBEAN 2011 conference held at the Hilton, Port of Spain, Trinidad had its Energy Efficiency Summit Day on October 3, 2011. This session of the conference focused on strategies to promote energy efficiency, manage energy consumption and reduce the Caribbean’s carbon footprint. Read more
24-2-2012 ||Carbon Trading and the CaribbeanUp to now Europe has promoted the idea that the trading of permits to emit carbon is the best way to cap greenhouse gas emissions by aircraft and maritime transport. Read more
23-2-2012 ||Youth in Trinidad and Tobago plan second climate change and sustainable development forumWith climate change advancing to the forefront of the most urgent issues facing the islands of the Caribbean, young people are becoming increasingly engaged in charting a path to environmental sustainability. Read more
23-2-2012 ||St. Lucia National Trust teaching teachers about marine protected areasThe St. Lucia National Trust is educating school teachers about marine conservation and the marine environment, so that the teachers able in turn to educate their students. Read more
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28-2-2012 || Eastern Caribbean Seeks Funds for Green GrowthDelegates discussed case studies on sustainable land management for climate variability and climate change; adaptation challenges in the coastal and marine sectors; climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction in the OECS. Read more
27-2-2012 || Reinforced European engagement to support Caribbean Climate Action and Renewable EnergyThe European Investment Bank will provide USD 65m for a dedicated Climate Action lending programme through the Caribbean Development Bank in 18 countries. Read more
24-2-2012 ||EIB, Caribbean Development Bank Launch Climate Action Lending Programme Call for ProposalThe European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) agreed the details of a US$65 million dedicated Climate Action lending and technical assistance programme funded by the EIB for the 18 CDB member countries. Read more
20-2-2012 || WSC signs Bahamas $83 million Non-Revenue Water Reduction ContractThe signing of the contract completes the execution of an $81 million loan agreement that was signed on December 16, 2011. Read more
21-2-2012 ||Marriott International And Prime Minister Mike Eman Unveil Joint Partnership For A ‘Green Aruba’In support of Prime Minister Mike Eman’s compelling ‘Green Aruba’ vision, Marriott International is sponsoring the development of an environmental education series for primary school students on the island. Read more
14-2-2012 ||“The rule of law? Not in the forest sector of Guyana”In January 2011, Guyana’s then-Junior Minister of Forestry Robert Persaud announced that the forest sector in Guyana was 99% legal. Read more
6-2-2012 ||Hazardous waste through the Caribbean Sea a concernThere is concern over the transportation of hazardous nuclear waste and other hazardous material through the Caribbean Sea which are potential threats to lives, health, the environment and our economies. Read more
About CEEBIPThis EU funded project
initiates an alliance between the Private Sector
Organization of Jamaica and the Caribbean Association of Industry and Commerce in
Trinidad and Tobago.The objective of the project
is to build private sector capacity in environmental and energy management in
order to promote a successful regional and national
collaborative approach to efficient energy consumption
and reduce environmental impacts.
6-2-2012 ||Community-based coral reef conservation in TobagoThe Global Environment Facility (GEF) recently reported on the success of a coral reef conservation project in Speyside, Tobago. Read more
2-2-2012 ||Interview with John Ashton, UK Special Representative for Climate ChangeThe Caribbean, perhaps more than any region in the world, faces an existential threat from global climate change. Read more
21-2-2012 ||USAID supports new Haiti project for clean cooking solutionsThe U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is aiming to establish a sustainable local market and industry for clean cooking solutions in Haiti. Read more
EVENTS CALENDAR
5th International Conference 2012 entitled Sustainable Development:
Linking Industry and EnvironmentApril 19-21, 2012
Developing Resources for Sustainability Energy Conference
2012June 11-13, 2012
Sixth Biennial Caribbean Environmental Forum &
Exhibition (CEF- 6), 21- 25 May, 2012.
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23-2-2012 ||New programme to assess and manage climate change impact on the coasts of BarbadosEenvironmental and government officials say climate change is affecting and has the potential to severely modify the country’s climate risk profile. Read more
16-2-2012 ||OECS Investigates Funding for Climate Change Adaptation and Sustainable EnergyAn Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) workshop examined climate financing opportunities for Caribbean small island developing States (SIDS). Read more
15-2-2012 || Remarks by the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States at the Climate Financing Workshop. Read more
15-2-2012 ||Remarks by the Caribbean Development Bank at the OECS Climate Financing Workshop Read more
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