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Minister of Science, Energy and Technology Hon. Fayval Williams (centre), observes as executives of Jamaica Public Service (JPS) and University of the West Indies (UWI) sign a Memorandum of Understanding to formalise their collaboration on the operation of the JPS/Marubeni Power International Innovation Lab (iLab), which was officially opened during a ceremony at the JPS head office in New Kingston on Tuesday (October 29). The signatories are Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology, UWI Mona, Professor Michael Taylor (left), and JPS Chief Operations Officer, Gary Barrow (right). Also looking on (from second left) are Prinicipal, UWI, Mona, Professor Dale Webber; and JPS President and Chief Executive Officer, Emanuel DaRosa. iLab, which was developed in consultation with the UWI, aims to provide students and university graduates with valuable work experience in the energy industry.
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology Hon. Fayval Williams (centre), observes as executives of Jamaica Public Service (JPS) and University of the West Indies (UWI) sign a Memorandum of Understanding to formalise their collaboration on the operation of the JPS/Marubeni Power International Innovation Lab (iLab), which was officially opened during a ceremony at the JPS head office in New Kingston on Tuesday (October 29). The signatories are Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology, UWI Mona, Professor Michael Taylor (left), and JPS Chief Operations Officer, Gary Barrow (right). Also looking on (from second left) are Prinicipal, UWI, Mona, Professor Dale Webber; and JPS President and Chief Executive Officer, Emanuel DaRosa. iLab, which was developed in consultation with the UWI, aims to provide students and university graduates with valuable work experience in the energy industry.

Gov’t Expanding Energy Sector To Generate More Jobs

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, says the Government is working to develop the energy sector and infrastructure to enable young persons to secure jobs in the field after obtaining the requisite training and experience. “As Energy...
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, speaking at the Spectrum Management Authority
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, speaking at the Spectrum Management Authority's (SMA) G5 Symposium on Friday (October 11) at the S Hotel, Montego Bay.

SMA Urged to Increase Efficiency in Managing Spectrum
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the media at her Ministry’s Press Briefing, held at Eden Gardens Wellness Resort & Spa in St. Andrew on Tuesday (October 8).
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, addresses the media at her Ministry’s Press Briefing, held at Eden Gardens Wellness Resort & Spa in St. Andrew on Tuesday (October 8).

Ministry Aims To Add 1,500 MW Of New Generation Capacity
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, addressing a press briefing held at Eden Gardens Wellness Resort & Spa in St. Andrew on Tuesday (October 8).
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, addressing a press briefing held at Eden Gardens Wellness Resort & Spa in St. Andrew on Tuesday (October 8).

HR Manager Vacancy At Petrojam To Be Filled Shortly – Minister Williams
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left), listens keenly to a point being made by Jamaica Public Service (JPS) President, Emanuel DaRosa (second left), at the inauguration of the Paradise Park Solar Farm in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on October 2. Looking on are (L to R) Mayor of Savanna-la-Mar, His Worship Bertel Moore; Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams; Deputy Director General of the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) Cheryl Lewis; and Custos of Westmoreland, Reverend Canon Hartley Perrin.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left), listens keenly to a point being made by Jamaica Public Service (JPS) President, Emanuel DaRosa (second left), at the inauguration of the Paradise Park Solar Farm in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on October 2. Looking on are (L to R) Mayor of Savanna-la-Mar, His Worship Bertel Moore; Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams; Deputy Director General of the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) Cheryl Lewis; and Custos of Westmoreland, Reverend Canon Hartley Perrin.

JPS Welcomes Partners To Meet Renewable Energy Needs

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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (third left), listens keenly to President of the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Company, Emanuel DaRosa (second left), during a tour of Paradise Park Solar Farm in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on October 2. Also on the tour (from left) are Mayor of Savanna-la-Mar, His Worship Bertel Moore; Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams; Deputy Director General of the Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR), Cheryl Lewis; and Custos of Westmoreland, Reverend Canon Hartley Perrin.
Energy

OUR Hails Operations At Paradise Solar Farm

The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) is hailing the inauguration of the Paradise Solar Farm in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, as a historic moment in Jamaica’s energy landscape. Addressing stakeholders at the solar farm on October 2, Deputy Director General of the OUR, Cheryl Lewis, said the agency is especially pleased with the significant role it played in bringing the farm to...
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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), listens to Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Paradise Park Solar Farm in Westmoreland, Romain Desrousseaux, during a tour on October 2. At left is Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams.
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PM Says Government Is Fully Committed To Investing In Cleaner Energy Sources

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is fully committed to investing in cleaner energy sources as a way of protecting the environment while making the economy more competitive. Mr. Holness, who was giving the keynote address at the inauguration of Paradise Park Solar Farm in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on October 2, said it is against this background...
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Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, shares a light moment with Managing Director of the Development Bank of Jamaica, Milverton Reynolds, during the MPC Renewable Energy Forum, held on Tuesday (October 1), at the Spanish Court Hotel in New Kingston.
EducationEnergy

Bidder Chosen For Schools Energy Efficiency Project

A bidder has been chosen for the Schools Energy Efficiency and Solar Energy Public-Private Partnership (PPP) pilot project, and is now awaiting final approval from the Cabinet. This project is expected to reduce the electricity cost to public schools by 40 to 70 per cent. “The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) tendered this opportunity in 2018 and a preferred bidder...
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Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, shares a light moment with Managing Director of the Development Bank of Jamaica, Milverton Reynolds, during the MPC Renewable Energy Forum, held on Tuesday (October 1), at the Spanish Court Hotel in New Kingston.
Energy

Seventy Net Billing Licences Issued Since January

Seventy net billing licences have been issued to power suppliers since the start of the year, bringing to 800 the total number of licences that have been approved since the arrangement started in 2012. Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, made the disclosure during her opening remarks at the MPC Renewable Energy Forum, held on Tuesday (October...
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Spectrum Management Authority Managing Director, Dr. Maria Myers Hamilton.
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Wireless Device Importers Urged To Get Spectrum Management Authority Approval

The Spectrum Management Authority (SMA) is reminding importers of second-hand vehicles, and other devices using a signal, that type approval is required from the agency to ensure these equipment function properly in Jamaica. Managing Director, Dr. Maria Myers Hamilton, told JIS News that a Type-approval Certificate is issued for products meeting a minimum set of regulatory, technical and safety requirements....
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Spectrum Management Authority Managing Director, Dr. Maria Myers Hamilton.
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Spectrum Management Authority Institutes Online Payment Portal

The Spectrum Management Authority (SMA) has instituted an online client payment portal. Managing Director, Dr. Maria Myers Hamilton, told JIS News that in reviewing the agency’s arrangements, it was decided to establish the system to make it more convenient for clients to pay their fees. “For example, for amateur radio operators, the payment is $500, and in order to make...
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Minister Williams Urges More Women To Join Engineering Field

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Fayval Williams, is encouraging more women to join the field of engineering. "I believe our women have much to contribute to the growth of this country, and the field of engineering is no exception," she said. Mrs. Williams made the call in a speech delivered by Director of Project Management and Administration in...
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