Nassau, Bahamas - The following is a statement by the Hon. Kenred Dorsett Minister of the Environment and Housing:
While I do not agree with all of the views espoused by Mr. Dionisio
D'Aguilar, I do agree and support his comments on pre-paid metering as
report in the Tribune.
Pre-paid metering will
assist with energy conservation, which is supported by global research.
It can also reduce BPL's accounts receivables and provide a less
onerous and efficient re-connection process which will benefit all
Bahamians. It is for this that the Ministry of the Environment and
Housing has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Carbon War
Room, looking to deliver on the installation of pre-paid meters in a
public rental unit as a pilot project.
The
Government has advised BPL of its interest in this technology being
rolled out. BPL has committed to do the same. My ministry also
congratulates BTC for rolling our pre-paid meters in Spanish Wells ,
another energy conservation tool.
Pre-paid
meters will provide relief for many low income family across the
country. My ministry is committed to working towards energy
conservation and sustainable solutions for Bahamians as we build a
modern Bahamas.
