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BVIPA explores incoporating solar energy into operations

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May 4th, 2026 | Tags: BVIPA incoporate solar energy operations
The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) is reporting that discussions have begun to incorporate solar energy into its operations as part of a strategic effort towards modern, resilient, and environmentally responsible port development. Photo: BVIPA
According to BVIPA, there was a recent engagement with Ethan James from Green Energy Management (GEM), along with key national stakeholders including the BVI Electricity Corporation, the Water and Sewerage Department, and the Waste Management Department. Photo: Facebook
According to BVIPA, there was a recent engagement with Ethan James from Green Energy Management (GEM), along with key national stakeholders including the BVI Electricity Corporation, the Water and Sewerage Department, and the Waste Management Department. Photo: Facebook
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) is reporting that discussions have begun to incorporate solar energy into its operations, as part of a strategic effort towards modern, resilient, and environmentally responsible port development.

According to BVIPA, there was a recent engagement with Ethan James from Green Energy Management (GEM), along with key national stakeholders, including the BVI Electricity Corporation, the Water and Sewerage Department, and the Waste Management Department. 

BVIPA emphasised, “This is a clear demonstration that sustainable progress is best achieved through collaboration.” 

BVIPA further stated that it continues to lead the way in exploring solutions that enhance resilience, reduce environmental impact, and support the long-term development of the port in the Virgin Islands.

8 Responses to “BVIPA explores incoporating solar energy into operations ”

  • asura (04/05/2026, 12:21) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Good move save the earth
  • long overdue (04/05/2026, 15:19) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
    finally lets get the rest of bvi on board in stages.
    • Nice idea (04/05/2026, 15:52) Like (1) Dislike (3) Reply
      Around here we get the best ideas and the most talk about good things, Sadly that's where it ends, Nothing materialized.
  • Xxx (04/05/2026, 16:54) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    It’s always good to save the little space from global warming
  • Power slip (04/05/2026, 18:08) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    I have months of letters addressed to the management, Board etc on BVIPA, whatsapp chats with leadership imploring them to at least acknowledge the emails sent to them offering NO CAPEX f/bespoke financing, Electric Vehicles, Solar, battery systems and other tech. Global groups with the right past performance to mitigate any insurance or performance risk...and plenty of money. Creditable companies , global companies. Responsible green mandate-companies. I drink and cajole and laugh and play sports with these same people and I have receipts to show that after we discussed the opportunity to engage, and they suggested writing to them (formally}...we cannot yet get a conversation going, an email acknowledging receipt , NOTHING. Not even a discussion. Crickets alone-chirping. Not even dialogue. Nothing. They are always "working on something" od having to "deal with some issues first" ...yet, magically someone of lesser capability emerges from the ether , having somehow sailed through the process and due diligence, allowed multi-agenct access. Amazing how hard it is to particiapte in yopur own country
  • Exploring (05/05/2026, 08:39) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Can they please explore getting the online payment system working properly.
  • @Power slip (05/05/2026, 10:15) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    You're not wrong. And something seems off with Green Energy Management. BVI has a long history of engaging with hucksters. It's an interesting study of how they make it through while any honest broker can't get movement.
  • ……………… (05/05/2026, 20:58) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    When will the warehouse be replaced it has been almost 10 years since the 2017 storms. @powerslip, you are correct.


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