InterEnergy announces plans for the immediate reconstruction of the Eight Rivers Solar Park in Jamaica following damage from Hurricane Melissa. Despite damage to its renewable infrastructure, InterEnergy's thermal plants in Jamaica continue to operate stably, supplying 250 MW of continuous power to the national electrical grid. The executive highlighted the company's commitment to supporting the country's recovery with concrete actions. "We will immediately rebuild the Eight Rivers Solar Park, making it stronger, safer, and more resilient, thus reaffirming our commitment to the energy future of Jamaica and the Caribbean," stated González Bunster. This reconstruction becomes a symbol of resilience and InterEnergy's sustained commitment to Jamaica, a country where the company maintains a strategic presence. The Solidity of Thermal Generation in the Emergency Despite damage to its solar asset, the Group's main thermal plants in Jamaica—Doctor Bird I and II, West Kingston Power Partners (WKPP), and Jamaica Private Power Company (JPPC)—have demonstrated their solidity. The Group, with an installed capacity of 350 MW in Jamaica, confirmed that the Eight Rivers Solar Park (Paradise Park), a 52 MWp facility located in Westmoreland, suffered catastrophic damage from extreme storm winds exceeding 300 km/h. In response to the emergency, InterEnergy has announced a comprehensive and immediate plan for the park's reconstruction. The company has demonstrated a similar solidarity record in the Caribbean, as seen with Haiti after the 2010 earthquake, Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria, and the Dominican Republic after Hurricane Fiona. González Bunster concluded that the Group believes in sustainable progress that combines economic growth, energy security, and social well-being, with energy being a driver of transformation and hope for the region. The goal is not only to restore generation capacity but also to reinforce the infrastructure to be safer and more resilient, actively contributing to the country's energy recovery. Commitment to Jamaica's Energy Resilency Rolando González Bunster, President and CEO of InterEnergy Group, affirmed that the company's priority is its personnel and the communities where it operates. These facilities continue to operate safely and stably, supplying 250 MW of continuous power to the national electrical grid. The uninterrupted operation of these plants has been essential for the security and stability of the Jamaican electrical system, ensuring supply during critical moments and supporting the national recovery process. Additionally, InterEnergy's wind farm in St. Elizabeth is under assessment to resume operations once safety conditions permit. InterEnergy Group has also reported that it is coordinating with international assistance and cooperation organizations to channel aid to the most affected areas and facilitate the recovery of impacted communities.
