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The National Export-Import (Exim) Bank of Jamaica launched a solar energy solutions business loan program
March 2, 2023
Exim Bank of Jamaica is offering loans between $5-50 million (Jamaican) to small and medium-sized business operators looking to procure solar energy solutions. Source: Jamaica Gleaner
Jamaica’s Ministry of Education will implement solar energy projects in 30 institutions beginning in 2023
December 8, 2022
The Ministry of Education in Jamaica will implement pilot solar energy projects in 30 institutions to promote solar energy usage in schools. The projects will begin in 2023. Source: Caribbean National Weekly
Jamaica announces plans for a floating 45 MW solar project on the surface of the Mona Reservoir
October 5, 2022
Jamaica launches a new floating solar project that includes 45 MW of solar panels on the surface of the Mona Reservoir. The project, financed by Derillion Energy Limited, costs US$62.5 million and will generate clean, renewable energy for the site. Source: Carib Journal
Capstone Green Energy will provide electricity to Jamaica’s historic Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel
September 7, 2022
Capstone Green Energy will provide electricity to the historic Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in Jamaica. The Innovative Energy Corporation, Capstone’s exclusive distribution partner in Jamaica, secured the order. Source: Joplin Globe
Jamaica’s Ministry of Energy is set to announce renewable RFP
June 29, 2022
The Ministry of Energy in Jamaica is ready to promote their request for proposals to procure renewable power generation. Source: BN Americas
Jamaica pursues innovative investments to help accelerate the economy and promote sustainability
June 15, 2022
Jamaica is pursuing its Vision 2030 development plan by working towards developing innovative investments to strengthen and accelerate the economy. They are looking for sustainable investment products and partnerships that will help drive positive change in Jamaica. Source: Business Wire
The Bank of Jamaica will release a nationwide digital currency
June 15, 2022
The Bank of Jamaica plans to issue the first-ever digital currency nationwide. The issuance will help residents on the island who do not have access to bank accounts. The digital currency will have a fixed value pegged to the Jamaican dollar. Source: Washington Post
The Coalition for Climate Resilient Investment releases system to determine which infrastructure is most vulnerable to climate change
May 17, 2022
The Coalition for Climate Resilient Investment released new technology in Jamaica called the Systemic Risk Assessment Tool. The system was developed to help identify “hotspots” across the major infrastructure networks in the country, such as energy, water, and transport, to determine the most vulnerable to climate risk. Source: Reinsurance News
Wigton Windfarm Limited and EIC partner to supply solar energy to Jamaica’s airport
April 18, 2022
Wigton Windfarm Limited and EIC have announced a partnership to supply solar energy to Jamaica’s airport, under a joint venture agreement. Source: Jamaica Gleaner