Freeport, Grand Bahama Island - The Bahamas Weekly is pleased to present herewith this second video of the multi-part series of presentations delivered at The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce’ Economic Development Summit that took place June 10th, 2011. In this segment you will get the opportunity to hear from Sarah MacDonald, the newly appointed President and CEO of the Grand Bahama Power Company.
Mrs. MacDonald discusses improved reliability of electrical service as a result of the new temporary generation rental units, stabilizing power rates, the new 52-megawatt power plant that will better manage electricity costs and reduce oil barrels consumption by 20%, renewable alternative energy sources and more. Additionally, Mrs. MacDonald spoke of GBPC becoming more transparent and expressed her openness by inviting customers large and small to present their ideas. She also spoke of GBPC’s willingness to open their books for independent assessment.
