ST ANDREW, Jamaica — In a significant step towards sustainable energy, the National Water Commission (NWC) is nearing completion of the licensing process for the sale of power generated by the innovative Mona Reservoir Floating Solar Project to the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS).
The update was shared by Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Matthew Samuda, during his address at the University of Technology (UTech) Jamaica’s Water Symposium. The symposium, held under the theme Sustainable Water Management and Innovation, took place at the university’s Papine campus in St Andrew on Wednesday.
Minister Samuda highlighted that the project, which features a 44-megawatt floating solar array, is expected to deliver substantial savings to the NWC — the largest single customer of JPS.
“We are beyond the pilot phase and are now moving towards the full-scale development of this cutting-edge energy solution,” Samuda said, referring to the 100-acre solar farm at the Mona Reservoir. “This project is a key part of our national strategy for resilient, clean energy production.”
The solar farm will not only help meet Jamaica’s growing energy demands but will also contribute to the government’s broader goal of embracing climate-adaptive, renewable energy solutions. Samuda further emphasized that the project is a testament to Jamaica’s commitment to green energy and sustainable development.
