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

Government on Mission to Achieve Energy Security

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, says the Government is on a mission to revolutionise and diversify the energy sector, in order to put the country firmly on a path of achieving energy security. Speaking...
Group General Manager of the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ), Winston Watson. (File)
Group General Manager of the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ), Winston Watson. (File)

PCJ Biodiesel Blend to Cut Oil Imports and Boost Agricultural Sector
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Dr. Andrew Wheatley (right) and Chief Executive Officer of Biojam Industrial Research and Development (BIRD) Global Inc., Christian Strachan, exchange signed copies of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to undertake a feasibility study for the creation of a science and technology park in Jamaica. The signing ceremony was held on July 6 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston
Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Hon. Dr. Andrew Wheatley (right) and Chief Executive Officer of Biojam Industrial Research and Development (BIRD) Global Inc., Christian Strachan, exchange signed copies of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to undertake a feasibility study for the creation of a science and technology park in Jamaica. The signing ceremony was held on July 6 at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston

Gov’t to Undertake Feasibility Study for Establishment of Technology Park
Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (left), and Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) Group General Manager, Winston Watson (2nd left), are briefed by student of Bog Walk High School in St. Catherine, Dujauni Haughton (right), on the institution’s entry in this year’s PCJ Schools’ Energy Competition during the awards ceremony at The Knutsford Court Hotel in Kingston on June 30. Others looking on are Bog Walk High students Jevaughn Allen (centre) and Leon Grant.
Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (left), and Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) Group General Manager, Winston Watson (2nd left), are briefed by student of Bog Walk High School in St. Catherine, Dujauni Haughton (right), on the institution’s entry in this year’s PCJ Schools’ Energy Competition during the awards ceremony at The Knutsford Court Hotel in Kingston on June 30. Others looking on are Bog Walk High students Jevaughn Allen (centre) and Leon Grant.

More than $2M in Cash and Prizes Awarded in PCJ Schools Energy Competition
Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (right), is presented with a gift bag by Director of the University of the West Indies (UWI) Natural Products Institute and Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Science and Technology, Dr. Rupika Delgoda, during Thursday’s (June 29) launch of a new medical publication titled – ‘Pharmacognosy: Fundamentals, Application and Strategy’, at the institution. The book provides comprehensive details on the branch of science dealing with the development of medicinal drugs and nutraceuticals derived from plants. The publication is a collaboration between Dr. Delgoda and Lecturer in the UWI’s Faculty of Medical Sciences, Dr. Simone Badal.
Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (right), is presented with a gift bag by Director of the University of the West Indies (UWI) Natural Products Institute and Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Science and Technology, Dr. Rupika Delgoda, during Thursday’s (June 29) launch of a new medical publication titled – ‘Pharmacognosy: Fundamentals, Application and Strategy’, at the institution. The book provides comprehensive details on the branch of science dealing with the development of medicinal drugs and nutraceuticals derived from plants. The publication is a collaboration between Dr. Delgoda and Lecturer in the UWI’s Faculty of Medical Sciences, Dr. Simone Badal.

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Projects at Education Ministry and May Pen Hospital to Save Energy

Cabinet has approved the award of two contracts under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programme for the supply of plant and equipment for energy-efficient air-conditioning retrofits for the May Pen Hospital and the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information. Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, made the disclosure during a post-Cabinet press briefing held recently...
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USF Giving Away Devices for Jamaica 55

The Universal Service Fund (USF), in observance of Jamaica 55, has committed to giving away 55 devices across Jamaica. The agency will also be giving away five grand prizes at the Jamaica 55 Grand Gala on Independence Day, August 6, at the National Stadium in Kingston. The 55 devices will be given away randomly to persons across the country. “We...
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Measures to Ensure Smooth Transition from Analogue to Digital Broadcasting

The Government is putting measures in place to ensure a smooth transition from analogue to digital television broadcasting in the next four years. This was disclosed by Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid, at a post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House on June 28. The Minister noted that it is necessary for Jamaica to make...
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Energy Minister Hails PCJ/UTECH Biofuel Research

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, has hailed the collaboration between the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) and the University of Technology (UTech) on research into the use of castor oil as an alternative form of energy. “It’s really an excellent partnership. Castor oil is known for its energy generating potential and so it is...
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Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, addresses an Energy, Efficiency and Conservation Awareness Workshop at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Kingston on June 29.
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More than $100 Million Saved Under Energy Efficiency Programme

The Government has saved more than $100 million in energy costs under the Energy, Efficiency and Conservation Programme (EECP). Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, said the programme has resulted in a significant reduction in the use of electricity in State entities from 410 gigawatt-hours (GWh) since the beginning of the programme in 2011 to...
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Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (left), cuts the ribbon to officially open the Wigton Renewable Energy Laboratory in Rose Hill, Manchester, on November 3, 2016. Others (from left, front row) are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Hilary Alexander; Project Manager at Wigton, Michelle Chin Lenn, and Chairman of Wigton, Dwayne Smith. In the back row (from left) are Group General Manager at the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ), Winston Watson; General Manager at the facility, Earl Barrett, and British High Commissioner to Jamaica, His Excellency David Fitton.
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Wigton to Offer Renewable Energy Training Course in July

Wigton Renewable Energy Training Laboratory is offering a three-day certification course in wind and hydro systems from July 12 to 14. The deadline for registration is June 30. The training is targeted at renewable energy service providers, technicians, energy enthusiasts, educators and students, and persons interested in entering or enhancing their knowledge of the evolving energy industry. “As we continue...
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Science, Energy and Technology Minister, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley (left), looks at the features of the Doctor on Call application, being shown to him by Physician and Head of the School of Public Health and Health Technology of the University of Technology, Professor Winston Davidson. Occasion was the launch of the app on June 21 at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston.
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Doctor on Call Brings Health Services to Smartphones and Computers

Jamaicans can now access reliable healthcare at a distance using the latest in information and communications technology (ICT). This is through the Doctor on Call application (app), which allows patients to consult with their doctors and obtain diagnosis through videoconferencing. The app was launched by Physician and Head of the School of Health and Health Technology of the University of...
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