NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Despite protracted negotiations with Shell North America, a Chamber of Commerce executive has urged the government not to sign off on any agreement until it secures the best deal possible for the Bahamian people, while urging it not to put “all [its] eggs in one basket”. Debbie Deal, chair of the Bahamas […]
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BPL aiming for 15 percent power generation from solar or renewables by late 2025
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) is aiming to have 15 percent of its power generation needs across the country come from solar or renewable sources by late 2025, according to the company’s chairman, Dr Donovan Moxey. Moxey, who was addressing the Bahamas Business Outlook, acknowledged that the company’s electricity grid is currently […]
BPL “shoring up” generation fleet with rental units until Station D is complete
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas Power and Light (BPC) has acquired four rental generation units to “shore up” its generation supply until the new Station D is completed, according to the company’s Director of Public Relations K Quincy Parker. The new Station D will house just over 100 megawatts (MW) of new power at the Clifton Pier Power Station. […]
BPL, Shell still in discussions despite MoU expiration
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) Chairman Dr Donovan Moxey yesterday stressed that despite the expiration of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed with Shell two years ago, discussions are still ongoing to secure the best possible deal long-term for the Bahamian people. Moxey spoke on the sidelines of a groundbreaking ceremony for […]