Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (STEM), Hon. Julian Robinson

Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining (STEM), Hon. Julian Robinson, says Jamaica is ripe for investment in renewable energy.

In an interview with JIS News, the State Minister said following a recent assessment of the rates paid to persons who generate energy which is then sold to the grid, a recommendation is now on the table that will make it more attractive for investors to invest locally.

Energy Efficiency Project Launched to Assist SMEs
Thursday, 21 June 2012
Written by JIS

The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ), in partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), has launched an energy efficiency project targeted at Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).

The project, called DBJ GreenBiz, is aimed at providing technical and financial assistance in energy efficiency, conservation and renewable energy to SMEs.

Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Julian Robinson, lauded the programme at its official launch on June 20, at the Mona Visitors