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Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, delivers the keynote address at the Jamaica College Old Boys’ Association of New York's (JCOBA-NY) Third Annual Griffin Awards and Fundraiser at the SVA Theatre in New York City on June 9. At left is Gary “Butch” Hendrickson, who received the Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Dr. Wheatley Looking to Increase Engagement with Diaspora in STI

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, says the Ministry is looking to increase engagement with the diaspora in the areas of science, technology and innovation (STI). “I don’t think we have actively engaged this resource...

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (fifth left), displays his Science and Technology Leadership Award at the Jamaica College Old Boys’ Association of New York (JCOBA-NY) 3rd annual Griffin Award and Fundraise, at the SVA Theatre in New York on Saturday, June 9. Other awardees (from left) are Dr. Robynne Chupkan, Dr. Dwight Williams, Dr. Paul Lindo, Wenford Patrick Simpson, Vanessa Nole, Dr. William Foster and Gary ‘Butch’ Hendrickson.

Technology Minister Lauds JC Old Boys’ Association in New York

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley.

Dr. Wheatley to Receive Award in New York

Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica Corporate Affairs and Communications Manager, Camille Taylor (centre), speaking at a Jamaica Information Service Think Tank on June 1 at the Agency’s head office in Kingston. Listening (from left) are: Wigton Wind Farm Limited Project Manager, Michelle Chin Lenn, and Training Coordinator/Engineer, Sanja Simmonds.

Wigton Wind Farm Offering Renewable Energy Training Course

Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (left), exchanges greetings with Executive Director, Mona School of Business and Management (MSBM), Dr. David McBean (right), at the closing of a three-day Open Data Literacy Boot Camp at the MSBM, University of the West Indies (UWI) on Wednesday (May 30). At centre is Senior Advisor to Minister Wheatley, Trevor Forest.

“We Believe in Data-Driven Decisions” – Dr. Wheatley

Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (centre), in discussion with Programme Manager, Energy Management and Efficiency Programme (EMEP), Derian Jackson (right), during a stakeholders workshop at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) auditorium in New Kingston on Wednesday (May 30). Looking on is PCJ Group General Manager, Winston Watson.

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Gov’t Poised for Significant Savings under US$40m Energy Programme

The Government is poised to generate significant savings from the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) implementation of the US$40-million Energy Management and Efficiency Programme (EMEP). The initiative, which was launched during a stakeholders’ workshop at the PCJ Auditorium in New Kingston on Wednesday (May 30), is expected to yield a reduction of US$6 million per annum in government expenditure on...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), listens keenly to Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, during the sitting of the House of Representatives on May 29.

8 years ago Energy

Progress Being Made in Expansion of Petrojam

A technical team comprised of members from the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) and Petrojam are meeting with engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors for the expansion of the State-owned Refinery, Petrojam. Providing an update on the status of the expansion process in the House of Representatives on May 29, Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley,...

Senior Advisor to the Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Trevor Forest (second right), greets Executive Director of the Mona School of Business and Management (MSBM), Dr. David McBean (left), at the opening ceremony of a three-day Open Data Literacy Boot Camp at MSBM, University of the West Indies, on May 28. From (second left) looking on are Director at the Centre of Excellence for Information Technology-enabled Innovation at the MSBM, Dr. Maurice McNaughton; and Deputy Programme lead, World Bank

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Open Data Offers Economic Benefits – Dr. Wheatley

Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, says embracing open data can bring significant economic benefits for Jamaica. He noted, for example, that open data is set to impact the gross domestic product (GDP) of countries within the European Union (EU), enabling their economies to see “positive results”. He said it is estimated that approximately 100,000 jobs...

Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (right), looks at a gas pump-shaped stress ball, being held by Former President of the Jamaica Gasolene Retailers’ Association (JGRA), Leonard Green (centre). At left is Total Jamaica’s Managing Director, David Ducognon. Occasion was the launch of Total Jamaica’s Excellium fuel at the Spanish Court Hotel in New Kingston on May 16.

8 years ago Energy

Gov’t Considers Increasing Ethanol Blend in Petrol

Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, says the Government is contemplating an increase in the percentage of ethanol used in petrol, in order to reduce emissions in the environment. “We’re not there just yet (but) I have asked my team at the Ministry and at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) to see how best we...

Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (standing), makes his contribution to the 2018/19 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 15.

8 years ago EnergySectoral Debate 2018/2019

PCJ and GEF Trust Fund to Invest in Energy-Efficient Projects

The Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Trust Fund are jointly investing in energy-efficient and renewable energy interventions in six local institutions at a cost of US$2.1 million. They are the May Pen, Black River, Savanna-la-Mar, National Chest and Bellevue hospitals, and the Sir John Golding Rehabilitation Centre. “They will receive solar water heaters and...

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Solar Plant Being Built in Westmoreland

Construction of a 37-megawatt solar energy plant in Westmoreland by Eight Rivers Energy Company Limited has commenced and is expected to be completed either late 2018 or early 2019. Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, made the disclosure during his contribution to the 2018/19 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on May 15. He...

Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley.

8 years ago EnergySectoral Debate 2018/2019

Government to Launch Internship Programme for School Leavers

The Government will be launching, through the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ), a three-week internship programme designed to serve as a ‘catch-all’ for secondary school leavers from challenged environments. It aims to give them a fair chance of making themselves marketable in a competitive job market. This was disclosed by Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew...