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Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hillary Alexander (centre), and Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica (PCJ) Human Resources Manager, Kirk Johnson (right), share a moment with the 10 participants in the PCJ’s Graduate Internship Programme, at the launch on July 8, at the PCJ Auditorium, New Kingston.

PCJ Interns Urged to Make Good Use of Opportunity

By: Chad Bryan, July 10, 2015

The first cohort of 10 interns participating in the Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica’s (PCJ) Graduate Internship Programme, have been urged to make full use of the on-the- job training. “Grasp...

Principal Director, Policy, Planning, Development and Evaluation Division, in the Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Dr. Oral Rainford (right), having a light discussion with (from left): Senior Energy and Climate Change Engineer, Department of Sustainable Development, Organization of American States, Ruben Contreras Lisperguer; Political-Economic Counsellor, United States Embassy, Cleveland Charles; and Ambassador of Brazil to Jamaica, His Excellency Carlos Alberto den Hartog, at the opening of a workshop on the Life Cycle Sustainable Assessment and Global Bio Energy Partnership (GBEP) Indicators for Sustainable Biofuels in Jamaica, at the Kingston offices of the Jamaica Employers Federation (JEF) on July 6.

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By: Alecia Smith-Edwards, July 7, 2015

Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell (left), speaking with community member, Joan Martin (right), in the New Day Primary and Junior High School Research and Remedial Education Centre/Community Access Point (CAP), which was opened recently.

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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.

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EU Outfits Science Labs at Eight Primary and Secondary Schools

The science laboratories of eight primary and secondary schools have been fully equipped, following donation of tools and supplies valued at over US$8, 000, by the European Union (EU). The...

By: Latonya Linton , June 30, 2015

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.

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Government to Resume Net Billing Arrangement

The Government is expected to resume its net billing arrangement in another two to three weeks. This is according to Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Hon. Phillip Paulwell,...

By: Alecia Smith-Edwards, June 30, 2015

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.

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Fuel Finder Helping Motorists Save at the Pumps

Imagine, with just a tap of your phone, having a list of all gas stations in Jamaica, their locations, and the cheapest and most up-to-date fuel prices. This has been...

By: Chris Patterson, June 30, 2015

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.

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Representatives of Start-Up Companies Being Trained in Jordan

Representatives of three Jamaican ‘start-up’ companies are currently receiving global business training in the Middle East, to make their ventures more successful. They are Mannin Marsh, Alecia Aris and Tajhlois...

By: O. Rodger Hutchinson, June 29, 2015

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,...

By: Douglas McIntosh , June 29, 2015

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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...

By: Rochelle Williams, June 29, 2015

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...

By: Douglas McIntosh , June 26, 2015

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....

By: Garfield Angus , June 26, 2015

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