Two environmental organisations plan to conduct an independent study on Bermuda’s energy policy to find a way to accelerate the island’s transition to renewable energy while reducing electricity costs.
Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce, in collaboration with Greenrock, is also calling on Government to extend its deadline for responses to the National Energy Sector Policy Consultation by six to 12 weeks. The consultation period is due to to end on Monday.
The policy consultation envisions Government abandoning its previous target of generating 85 per cent of the island’s power needs through alternative energy.
“Best is calling on the public, private sector, and philanthropic partners to help raise $50,000 to support this comprehensive analysis,” the organisation said in a press statement. “The study will engage energy experts to evaluate how Bermuda can achieve up to 95 per cent energy independence while lowering costs for all residents — particularly the most vulnerable.”
“Public support is essential,” said Kim Smith, executive director of Best. “This is an opportunity for Bermudians to directly invest in a more affordable, cleaner, and fairer energy future. Every contribution brings us closer to solutions that can benefit every household.”
Best said the study would:
• Identify opportunities to expand lower-cost renewable energy
• Recommend actionable policy, financing, and permitting reforms
• Ensure equitable access to energy savings across all income levels
• Reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels
• Strengthen energy resilience and long-term affordability
Best said the study would also explore ways to reduce energy costs as much as possible.
Read more here: https://www.royalgazette.com/environment/news/article/20260502/best-calls-for-independent-energy-study-consultation-delay/
