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Belco’s parent Algonquin unloading assets
Published
September 7, 2023
Belco’s parent company, struggling with massive debts and big losses and facing an aggressive activist investor, is looking for a new leader and selling off assets.

Government withdraws plans to bring in more LED light bulbs
Published
September 1, 2023
The Government has pulled the plug on plans to purchase a second batch of energy-saving light bulbs for homes across the island.

RA holds further meetings on offshore wind farm
Published
August 31, 2023
Two town hall meetings on the island’s potential for a 60-megawatt wind farm have been scheduled by the Regulatory Authority.

Belco lawyer argues rates should have increased more
Published
August 29, 2023
A regulatory body’s decision to not fully increase Belco’s electricity rates must be re-evaluated, a lawyer argued in the Supreme Court yesterday.
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Internet quickly restored after outage
Published
August 17, 2023
Customers of telecoms company One Communications went without internet service for more than an hour early this evening.

Free LED light bulbs available at post offices
Published
August 15, 2023
A government initiative will help Bermudian households to save money on their electricity bills, the Minister of Home Affairs announced yesterday.

Thousands hit by power outage
Published
August 14, 2023
Power has been restored to more than 11,000 properties in the western parishes that were hit by an outage late Saturday night. The blackout, caused by a fault in Belco’s underground transmission network, occurred at about 10.50pm.

Bermuda’s electricity second most expensive in the world
Published
July 24, 2023
Bermuda had the second most expensive electricity in the world in July 2023, according to ElectricRate.com. Island residents paid 37 cents per kilowatt hour, far above the 14.2 cent global average.

Emissions control order against Belco in motion
Published
July 5, 2023
The Ministry of Home Affairs has confirmed an emission control order will be imposed to abate pollution from Belco. Emission control orders can result in fines against the utility of up to $50,000 per day for noncompliance.

Belco told to clean up its act
Published
July 4, 2023
The environment department has informed the Minister of Home Affairs that Belco has breached the Clean Air Act 1991, and the Regulatory Authority has been instructed to take action.

OneComm increases mobile phone rates
Published
July 4, 2023
Mobile phone service provider, One Communications, is increasing the rates for monthly service as of August 1.

Paradise Mobile signs deal with Aalto Haps
Published
July 4, 2023
The Bermuda mobile network operator, Paradise Mobile, has signed a memorandum of understanding to enter into a strategic partnership with high-flying UK company, Aalto Haps.

Greenrock backs 60MW wind farm at ‘lively’ town hall
Published
June 30, 2023
Environmental charity Greenrock said it is largely supportive of the Regulatory Authority’s proposal for a 60-megawatt wind farm presented at a town hall meeting on Wednesday evening.

Report shows Belco failed to use light fuel oil at critical times
Published
June 29, 2023
A measure designed to reduce the fallout of soot from Belco’s North Power Station on to neighbouring properties was not implemented by the energy firm, The Royal Gazette has learnt.

RA: Belco may seek air monitor cost recovery retroactively
Published
June 29, 2023
Belco may purchase a US-certified air quality monitoring station and retroactively request approval and recovery of funds, the Regulatory Authority has made clear.

Belco developing LNG proposal for North Power Station
Published
June 24, 2023
Belco is working on a proposal to use liquefied natural gas for power generation, according to minutes released by the Environmental Authority, Bermuda’s emissions regulator.

Regulator to give update on offshore wind farm research
Published
June 16, 2023
The Regulatory Authority is to provide the public with an update on research carried out on the use of an offshore wind farm in Bermuda.

Residents near Belco start petition over water testing
Published
June 9, 2023
Residents living in the shadow of Belco have started a petition questioning why water tanks at properties next to the power plant were not tested for contaminants last year.

Evolutions powers over speed bumps for electric cars
Published
May 31, 2023
Andre Labonte has always been a problem solver. So, when the president of Evolution Motors was continually asked by prospective buyers of the dealership’s electric vehicles where they were going to charge the cars, he decided to address the issue in-house.

Digicel increases internet rates July 1
Published
May 31, 2023
Digicel+ customers will see a jump in their bill starting on July 1, the telecommunications provider announced yesterday.

Horizon customers can transfer to One Comm
Published
May 30, 2023
A sale of Horizon Communications “as a going concern has not been achieved,” they will continue providing internet until June 26th “at which time the Horizon network will be decommissioned" ...

Fitch downgrades debt ridden Digicel
Published
May 29, 2023
The ratings of telecom provider Digicel have been lowered by a major rating agency.

Severance pay not likely for Horizon Communications staff
Published
May 24, 2023
Staff made redundant at Horizon Communications recently have been told it is highly unlikely they will receive any severance pay or other monies owed, The Royal Gazette has learnt.
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Amendments for energy regulatory sandbox
Published
May 23, 2023
“Bermuda has taken a significant step towards sustainable energy development with the introduction of the Electricity Amendment Act 2022 [Consequential Amendments] Regulations 2023."

Paradise Mobile 5G network nears completion
Published
May 22, 2023
Paradise Mobile is close to finishing its 5G network build-out, it has told observers at an international 5G conference in Austin, Texas.

Horizon boss in talks over management buyout of firm
Published
May 17, 2023
A question mark hangs over whether staff being let go at Horizon Communications will receive their redundancy and severance payments.

Bermuda high on internet pricing list
Published
May 15, 2023
Bermudians pay more for internet than almost anyone else on the planet, a recently published UK study of 219 countries has found.

RA working with Digicel on internet price hikes
Published
May 11, 2023
The news that Digicel intends to raise their Bermuda internet rates was a cause of concern among some subscribers.

Bermuda moves up in renewable energy rankings
Published
May 7, 2023
Walter Roban hailed Bermuda’s progress on environmentally friendly policies at an international renewable energy conference in Miami.

Green energy giveaway set to save millions in power costs
Published
May 1, 2023
Energy-saving LED light bulbs, which could save Bermuda consumers as much as $22 million over four years, will first be distributed to seniors and low-income households, the Ministry of Home Affairs announced.

Digicel raises internet rates
Published
May 1, 2023
Digicel internet subscribers have been given a month’s notice of an impending price hike for the service, in a message from the company.

Environment best suited for Belco pollution probe, says minister
Published
April 25, 2023
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said she passed over an inquiry into Belco pollution to Walter Roban because she only has powers to impose a one-off penalty of $2,500, but the home affairs minister can demand fines of $50,000 a day if an environmental problem is not fixed.

RA invites public’s input on setting Belco retail tariff
Published
April 22, 2023
The Regulatory Authority is inviting the public to provide input to a report assessing what customers should be liable to pay for on their Belco electricity bill.

Energy department feared Belco planning application was ‘premature’
Published
April 21, 2023
The Department of Energy warned in 2018 that the planning application for Belco’s North Power Station may be “premature”, given the country had not yet had its say on Bermuda’s future electricity generation.

Richard Correia saves $20,000 on solar panel installation
Published
April 20, 2023
While many people want to support renewable energy in Bermuda, the cost of installing solar panels can be prohibitive.

Bacardi cuts CO2 emissions by more than 70%
Published
April 20, 2023
Drinks giant Bacardi is unveiling a “greener makeover” at its global headquarters in Bermuda in time for Saturday’s Earth Day to further cut its carbon footprint and to create a working environment that promotes greater wellbeing for its employees.

Private finance vital if islands to reduce fossil fuels – Roban
Published
April 20, 2023
Private sector financing will play a critical role in the development of cleaner renewable energy in small-island nations, the Minister of Home Affairs has said.

Health ministry passes Belco nuisance investigation to DENR
Published
April 17, 2023
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, has passed the investigation into Belco pollution on to the environment department.

One Communications expands its range of Apple products
Published
April 13, 2023
One Communications has expanded its product range of Apple products in its newly designed Church Street retail store, the company said in a statement.

Government seeks company to supply the next batch of LED lightbulbs
Published
April 13, 2023
The Government is looking for a company to supply additional LED light bulbs as part of continued stimulus efforts, according to a recently published request for quotation.

Engine manufacturer not surprised Belco is having problems
Published
April 10, 2023
The manufacturer of Belco’s dual fuel engines has said it is not surprised that Bermuda is facing challenges with ongoing emissions, given its equipment is being run on heavy fuel oil.
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Caribbean energy professionals meet
Published
April 3, 2023
Energy professionals from 12 Caribbean countries recently met to learn about Bermuda’s clean energy progress. A Government spokesperson said, “Recently [30 March], Acting Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban gave closing remarks highlighting Bermuda’s clean energy progress and ...

High levels of metals found in tanks around Belco
Published
April 1, 2023
High levels of aluminium, iron and manganese have been found in water tanks in Pembroke after testing carried out in accordance with Belco’s operating licence requirements.

Zane Desilva criticises media over Belco emissions coverage
Published
March 27, 2023
A government MP has suggested extensive media coverage of emissions from Belco that have plagued the lives of residents since the commissioning of the North Power Station in 2020 is spurred by a Black man being the plant’s president.

Site identified for wave energy farm
Published
March 24, 2023
A site has been selected for a firm to set up a wave energy farm off the island if it gets approval for the project, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources has revealed.

Caines: Belco 'must take systematic, calculated approach' to fallouts
Published
March 24, 2023
Belco president Wayne Caines has moved to allay concerns from the power plant’s neighbours about emissions.

UK consulted on air quality plans after Belco emissions, Pati e-mails show
Published
March 21, 2023
An environmental unit consulted its British counterpart about tackling sources of pollution after levels of sulphur dioxide recorded in an area close to Belco exceeded UK targets.

‘Complicated’ Bill to modernise clean air rules still being drafted
Published
March 20, 2023
A “technical and complicated” Bill to update air quality legislation must undergo an in-depth review to meet public needs, a government spokesman said.

Belco could face fines of $50,000 a day, says health minister
Published
March 18, 2023
Belco could face hefty fines of up to $50,000 a day if its emissions are ruled a nuisance and not abated, the Minister of Health said yesterday.

Roban: one in seven homes fail 'secondary standards' for water quality
Published
March 13, 2023
One in seven homes tested for the impact of Belco pollution was found to have water taste and clarity levels that breach international standards, it has emerged.
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One Communications appoints Vicki Steele as COO
Published
March 8, 2023
Vicki Steele has been appointed as the new chief operating officer of One Communications.

Joshun Stovell wants to bring solar power to the people
Published
March 6, 2023
High-voltage power lines, enclosed spaces and work at height are real dangers involved in solar panel installation.

Expert review said change of fuel would reduce Belco pollution
Published
March 3, 2023
An expert review said in 2021 that the "most effective“ way to mitigate Belco’s soot emissions is for the plant to burn a lower-polluting fuel.

Health minister has authority to stop Belco soot emissions
Published
March 3, 2023
The health minister has the legal power to stop soot emissions from Belco by declaring them a “statutory nuisance”, The Royal Gazette has learnt.

Digicel seeks grace period as $925m bond deadline looms
Published
February 28, 2023
Digicel, the international telecommunications company with a significant presence in Bermuda, is in talks with creditors concerning $925 million in bonds coming due tomorrow that the company is unable to repay.

One launches “Business-In-A-Box” bundles
Published
February 27, 2023
One Communications announced the launch of its new Business Bundles, called “Business in a Box,” which they said “offers everything a business needs to get started or grow their existing business ..

Roban: residents enduring an 'abomination' over soot fallouts
Published
February 24, 2023
Pembroke residents are enduring an “abomination” from a rain of soot from the Belco power plant, the home affairs minister stated, calling it “unacceptable” and “intolerable”.

Minister says 150,000 LED light bulbs set to be available
Published
February 24, 2023
Energy-saving light bulbs will soon be made available to the most needy under a Government stimulus programme.

OneComm offers to buy out shareholders
Published
February 23, 2023
One Communications Ltd., the island’s largest internet and cable provider, has gone directly to shareholders, inviting them to “offer to sell their shares” to the company for $4.50 per share ...

RA says it does not regulate environmental emissions
Published
February 21, 2023
The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda has issued a statement in an attempt to make it clear that environmental emissions do not come under its purview.

$400,000 For Solar Panels On Govt Buildings
Published
February 21, 2023
In this year’s Budget, “$400,000 will be spent to complete the installation of solar panels on several government buildings,” the Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said.

Belco neighbours hit with more soot
Published
February 13, 2023
Pembroke residents have complained about another apparent soot fallout from Belco on Saturday morning.

Paradise Mobile to launch this year
Published
February 7, 2023
New mobile communications company Paradise Mobile has named the Texas-headquartered company Mavenir as their technology provider powering a new 4G and 5G network.

Belco will need to make robust changes after outage, says RA
Published
February 6, 2023
Belco will likely be told to put in place “robust changes” to how it ensures a reliable energy supply in the wake of Friday’s island-wide power outage, the independent energy regulator said yesterday.

Hayward says Belco neighbors should get free electricity
Published
February 6, 2023
Belco should write off the bills of neighbours of Belco who have been affected by emissions, a senior Cabinet Minister said.

Government seeks feedback on phasing out gas powered cars
Published
February 4, 2023
The Government is seeking public input on how to phase out gas powered cars and replace them with zero emission vehicles.

Belco facing backlash as residents claim another soot fallout has affected homes
Published
January 26, 2023
Belco is facing a backlash from angry neighbours after another soot fallout.

Belco given award for response to power outages caused by Hurricane Fiona
Published
January 13, 2023
Efforts by Belco to restore power to tens of thousands of homes after Hurricane Fiona have been recognised with an award.

Receivers appointed to find buyer for Horizon
Published
January 7, 2023
Receivers have been appointed at Horizon Communications with the aim of finding a buyer for the company. The firm provides high-speed internet access to business and domestic customers across the island.

Electricity costs set to decrease from January 1, says Belco
Published
December 17, 2022
Energy bills will come down from New Year’s Day for the average user, Belco has said.

Solar panels save government $42,000 in six months
Published
December 16, 2022
The Government has saved $42,000 in electricity costs since solar panels started operating on the roofs of the General Post Office and the Government Administration Building in June, MPs were told.

Bulk of $22m for Tynes Bay emergency repairs going overseas, senators told
Published
December 16, 2022
About a third of the $22 million being spent on an emergency stabilisation programme at Tynes Bay is going to Bermudian firms and workers, the Government has said.

Floating solar panels could be destined for Castle Harbour
Published
December 16, 2022
A private company could establish a new, ten-megawatt solar farm in Castle Harbour, consisting of floating photovoltaic panels, it has emerged.

Clean air group wants a seat at the table to discuss legislation
Published
November 28, 2022
A clean air advocacy group is questioning the timeline for the drafting of new clean air laws aimed at curbing pollution, saying it has received mixed messages from the Government.

Frank Amaral steps down as One Communications CEO
Published
November 25, 2022
Niall Sheehy has replaced Frank Amaral as the chief executive of One Communications.

Belco given more time to respond to island’s energy plan
Published
November 25, 2022
The Regulatory Authority has requested that Belco submit a proposal for an updated Integrated Resource Plan that will decide the future of the island’s electricity generation.

Digicel donates to Vision Bermuda and Open Airways
Published
November 18, 2022
Digicel Business Bermuda has made donations to two local charities — Vision Bermuda and Open Airways.

Spending for LED light bulbs set to go to Cabinet for approval
Published
November 15, 2022
Spending approval will be sought by the Ministry of Home Affairs for a $500,000 scheme – announced four months ago – to hand out LED light bulbs to families.

Belco fails to respond to estimates it fails proposed air quality standards
Published
November 14, 2022
Belco has failed to confirm or deny whether there are levels of air contaminants surrounding its Pembroke plant that exceed the UK limits with which Bermuda aims to align under new air quality laws.

Belco defends exceeding UK emissions objective
Published
November 2, 2022
Belco has defended exceeding the UK Air Quality Objective for emissions and said the company had adhered to local laws.

Watchdog calls for restoration of air-monitoring equipment
Published
September 26, 2022
Bermuda’s environmental watchdog is to call on the Minister of Home Affairs to reconsider the decision to defund the Government’s air quality monitoring programme.

Bermuda leads the world in the cost of electricity
Published
September 26, 2022
This may not be electrifying news to island residents, but Bermuda has been found to be the most expensive place in the world to run appliances.

Digicel has new mobile plan rates for business
Published
September 1, 2022
Digicel Business has launched new rates for mobile business plans affecting corporate customers.

Watchdog to get powers to ensure fair fuel prices
Published
August 30, 2022
The RA is to be given authority to ensure that fuel prices are “fair and transparent” so that the consumer is better protected, according to proposed government legislation.
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