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Richard Branson to set up green energy projects fund for devastated Caribbean

Richard Branson to set up green energy projects fund for devastated Caribbean

Richard Branson says Caribbean needs a “Disaster Recovery Marshall Plan” On Tuesday, Richard Branson said he wants to set up a fund that would help rebuild Caribbean countries that were virtually destroyed by Hurricane Irma and, at the same time, help these nations shift from fossil fuel-dependent utilities to low-carbon renewable energy sources. Speaking with Thomson […]

By September 19, 2017 0 Comments Read More →
Winds of change slow to reach Caribbean

Winds of change slow to reach Caribbean

Findings published in Energy Policy suggest electric utilities stand in the way of renewable technology CALGARY, AB – For an area of the world that is known for its bright sunshine and breezes, the Caribbean produces surprisingly little renewable energy. Expensive imported diesel or fuel oil is used to generate most or all of the […]

By September 27, 2016 0 Comments Read More →