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BVIEC partners with CADWELL for successful recycling project

BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), in partnership with CADWELL, the #1 recycling company in the Caribbean, has announced the success of a recycling project. Photo: BVIEC/Cadwell Inc
Symorne Penn, Deputy General Manager of BVIEC and lead contact on the project, stated that recycling and refurbishing the meters is an important step towards sustainable business of electric utility company practices toward protecting the environment and recovery efforts after natural disasters. Photo: BVIEC/File
Symorne Penn, Deputy General Manager of BVIEC and lead contact on the project, stated that recycling and refurbishing the meters is an important step towards sustainable business of electric utility company practices toward protecting the environment and recovery efforts after natural disasters. Photo: BVIEC/File
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI - BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC), in partnership with CADWELL, the #1 recycling company in the Caribbean, has announced the success of a recycling project.

The project, according to a press release from BVIEC today, May 31, 2023, focused on refurbishing electromechanical meters and recycling materials such as scrap metal, glass covers, displays, and meter plastic crates.

It further said the partnership between BVIEC and CADWELL serves as an example of how government and private companies can work together to reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainable practices.

BVIEC proud to lead initiative- Dr Neil M. Smith

Dr Neil M. Smith, General Manager for BVI Electricity Corporation, said: "We are thrilled to have partnered with CADWELL to complete this recycling project. The project not only supports our commitment to sustainability, but it also helps to reduce waste and protect the environment. We are proud to lead such an initiative that contributes to the preservation of the British Virgin Islands for future generations."

The project's metrics are as follows: the meter processing facility processed all 6,782 meters, refurbishing 598 and processing the remaining for scrap metal. Additionally, 2,700 single-phase glass covers and 500 displays were salvaged, while approximately 700-metre plastic crates were responsibly recycled.

Important step towards sustainable business- Symorne Penn

Symorne Penn, Deputy General Manager of BVIEC and lead contact on the project, stated that “Recycling and refurbishing the meters is an important step towards sustainable business of electric utility company practices toward protecting the environment and recovery efforts after natural disasters.

“By repurposing materials and freeing up valuable resources, BVI Electricity Corporation can allocate its assets to other crucial projects that benefit the environment and the local community.”

According to the World Wildlife Fund, the Caribbean is one of the regions most at risk from pollution and climate change. Proper recycling and sustainable business practices are crucial to preserving the environment and protecting future generations. 

11 Responses to “BVIEC partners with CADWELL for successful recycling project”

  • 4th side (31/05/2023, 18:16) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    The skinny dark Leroy Abraham that's the head of T&D
    department needs recycling as well. Just my own opinion
  • Batteries? (31/05/2023, 18:49) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Do they have batterie recycle?^
  • jack (31/05/2023, 19:22) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Look how they throw Leroy under the bus
  • E.Leonard (31/05/2023, 20:20) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    The VI must actively engage in protecting and preserving critical environmental assets through a bold Reuse, Reduce, and Recycle programme., along with protecting, conserving, and preserving natural resources for the use, quiet, and enjoyment of Virgin Islanders yet unborn. Consequently, a bold reuse, reuse, and recycle programme (paper, metal, plastic, glass(?), etc) will a) preserve scarce and limited landfill space, b) reduce load on incinerator, c) reduce and improve emissions, d) reduce solid waste processing cost, e) protect the air-shed, f) protect water resources, g) improve the appearance of the landscape.
    • Cost Center (01/06/2023, 10:38) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      Recycle centres are generally cost centres. Nevertheless, recycling reduces landfill loading, reduces/eliminates hazardous emissions, improve quality of air-shed, etc. Though recycled centres are typically not revenues centers, ie, profitable, they are a valuable trade off. They will cost on one hand but generates much benefits on the other.
    • Cuz (02/06/2023, 13:46) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
      Good points but as Cost Center noted recycling is not a revenue center, ie, it is not profitable. However, compared to the benefits that may collectively accrue, it may be a worthwhile expense. In business, it is call a loss leader. For example, in the big box and brick and mortar stores, some items may not be highly profitable, if at all, but to meet needs of customers who come for other services and products, they are carried.
  • c (31/05/2023, 20:23) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Usually way too expensive to recycle. I’ll be surprised if this last long.
  • lol (31/05/2023, 23:03) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Life is circle. Look how Neil left and came back to BVIEC as the head.
  • Jane (01/06/2023, 13:55) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Can the Attorney General please pass along the draft bill on single use plastic ban to the House of Assembly please? 2+ years its been sitting on her desk.
  • Priority (02/06/2023, 12:44) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Having an electrical grid that can handle incremental surges without tripping and leaving tax paying residents in the 3 world for hours on end.
    • Political Scientist (02/06/2023, 13:50) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      Indeed, BVIEC needs surge capacity. A sudden, slight surge should not significantly disrupt supply.


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