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Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Julian Robison (right), looks on as Chief Executive Officer of Maynex Technology Limited, Harlo Mayne, demonstrates the operation of the H2 Flex, which converts water into hydrogen gas. Occasion was the official opening of the Jamaica Alternative Energy Expo at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston on June 29.

US$200 Million Invested in Renewable Energy Projects

Some US$200 million has been invested in various renewable energy initiatives scheduled to come on stream by the end of 2016, says Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Julian Robinson. He said that...

Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Julian Robinson (left), examines a human skeleton model. Occasion was the formal handing over of science equipment valued at US$8,000 by the EU, to eight primary and secondary schools, during a ceremony held at the Courtleigh Hotel in New Kingston on June 29. Looking on (from 2nd left) are: Student at Bull Bay All Age School, St. Thomas; Amoya Farquharson; Teacher at Seward Primary and Junior High, Kingston, Tracey Chambers; Student at Yallahs High School, St. Thomas, Allanno Fyffe; Student of Greater Portmore High School, St. Catherine, Rashae Hedghill; Student of Carron Hall High School, St. Mary, Brandy Bedward; Trade Officer, Delegation of the EU to Jamaica, Koenraad Burie; and Executive Director, Scientific Research Council (SRC), Dr. Cliff Riley.

EU Outfits Science Labs at Eight Primary and Secondary Schools

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell, with the proud group of Anchovy High School students who won the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) science competition in the 16 to 18 age category. The students pictured (from left) are: Tarique Jackson; Tyshon Wolf; Matthew Smith; and Kijori Harris. Minister Paulwell presented the winning trophy to the boys during the PCJ Schools Energy Programme awards ceremony, held at the Knutsford Court Hotel in Kingston on June 26.

Government to Resume Net Billing Arrangement

Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Julian Robinson (left), tries out the ‘Fuel Finder’ application developed by young technology entrepreneur, Garfield Coke. The app, which lists gas stations in the island, and quotes prices, services offered, among other things, was recently showcased at a Start-up Jamaica exposition held in Kingston.

Fuel Finder Helping Motorists Save at the Pumps

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell (second right, standing); Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Julian Robinson (third right, standing) and Economic Consultant with the World Bank, Fabio Pittaluga (right, standing), interact with Start-Up ‘techtrapreneurs’ at a recent workshop.

Representatives of Start-Up Companies Being Trained in Jordan

Science, Technology, Energy, and Mining State Minister, Hon. Julian Robinson (right), in discussion with Director of Graduate Studies, University of Technology’s Computer Centre, Dr. Sean Thompson (2nd right), at a seminar hosted by training and development firm, EduCentres Information Services Limited, on June 25, at the Knutsford Court Hotel in Kingston. The seminar, being held from June 24 to July 1, is focusing on Business Intelligence, Big Data, and Analytics. Others (from left) are: EduCentres Director, Richard Shaw; and guest lecturer from United States-based training and development agency, the Data Warehouse Institute (TDWI), Dr. Deanne Larson. A total of 23 representatives from public and private sector entities are participating.

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Technology Ministry to Spearhead Open Data Policy

The Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining will spearhead development of the proposed Open Data Policy, slated to commence shortly. This policy will guide the operations of Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies in facilitating greater and more convenient public access to Government data, particularly for utilization in entrepreneurial ventures, deemed potentially capable of generating billions of dollars for the...

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New Day Primary Outfitted With Computer Centre/CAP

The New Day Primary and Junior High School, in Kingston, has been outfitted with a newly refurbished computer centre valued at $3.7 million, through the Universal Service Fund (USF). It will serve as a Research and Remedial Education Centre and a Community Access Point (CAP), to cater to members of the school as well as the Grants Pen area, where...

Science, Technology, Energy and Mining State Minister, Hon. Julian Robinson (right), and a Director of the training and development firm, EduCentres Information Services Limited, Richard Shaw, peruse a copy of the United States-based Data Warehouse Institute’s (TDWI) business principles and practices manual, titled ‘Charting the Path to Business Intelligence Success’, being used in EduCentre’s week-long training seminar, from June 24 to July 1, at the Knutsford Court Hotel, New Kingston. The seminar, whose participants were addressed by Mr. Robinson on Thursday (June 25), is focusing on Business Intelligence, Big Data, and Analytics.

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Government Moving To Protect Technology Infrastructure

Science, Technology, Energy and Mining State Minister, Hon. Julian Robinson, says the Government, through the Ministry, is moving to institute measures that will further safeguard the technology infrastructure of key public and private sector institutions against cyber-crimes. Speaking at a business data, intelligence, and analytics workshop, hosted by training and development firm, EduCentres Information Service Limited, at the Knutsford Court...

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell (right-background), looks as Chief Executive Officer of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), John Morton (seated left), and Chairman of WRB Enterprises, G. Robert Blanchard (seated right), sign the $US47 million financing agreement to develop the $US 60 million Content Solar Limited (CSL) in York Town, Clarendon. The signing ceremony was held at the Office of the Prime Minister in St. Andrew on June 25. Also observing are Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Hilary Alexander (left), and United States Ambassador to Jamaica, His Excellency, Luis G. Moreno.

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US Signs US$47 Million Financing Agreement for Solar Energy Project in Jamaica

The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), on June 25 signed a US$47 million financing agreement with WRB Enterprises for development of a 20 megawatt solar plant in York Town, Clarendon. The US $60 million Content Solar Limited (CSL), being built by WRB Enterprises, will supply power to the national grid. It will be the first utility scale photovoltaic power plant...

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Technology Minister Pleased with Implementation of Number Portability

Science, Technology, Energy and Mining Minister, Hon. Phillip Paulwell, says he is delighted with the progress of the implementation of number portability in Jamaica. Close to 200 Jamaicans successfully switched service providers after the first two days of the system’s implementation. Number portability became effective on June 22. “In fact we have done better than we thought we would, in...

Chairman of the Electricity Sector Enterprise Team (ESET), Dr. Vincent Lawrence (left), addresses a press briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister, today (June 23). Others (from right) are members of the ESET, Professor Alvin Wint and Christopher Zacca. The briefing was held to provide an update on the Government’s ongoing plans to procure additional electricity generating capacity for Jamaica.

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ESET Satisfied With Progress to Procure Additional Electricity Generating Capacity

The Electricity Sector Enterprise Team (ESET) is reporting that they are “fairly satisfied” with the progress being made to procure additional electricity generating capacity for Jamaica’s power grid. This additional electricity, which will be realised through the implementation of several energy projects, will enable Jamaicans to see a drop of at least 30 per cent in fuel costs by 2018,...

Members of the cybersecurity team from the JCF and the Technology Ministry huddle with the JIS webteam, while Chief Executive Officer, Donna-Marie Rowe (right), observes.

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Government Takes Action to Secure Public Sector Websites

The Government of Jamaica is taking urgent steps to ensure the security of public sector websites. Speaking with JIS News, today (June 23), Minister of State in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Julian Robinson, said that “since a breach last year, we have acquired well needed equipment, trained a number of officers and have been focusing...