TCI News
FortisTCI President and CEO Speaks at Clinton Global Initiative Action Network in Puerto Rico
# Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – Wednesday, February 19, 2020 – #FortisTCI President and CEO and Chairman of the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) Eddinton Powell was a guest speaker and panelist at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Action Network in Puerto Rico on Wednesday, February 19.
His one on one talk with Pegasus Capital Advisors Chief Strategy Officer David Crane highlighted FortisTCI’s focus on renewable energy and how the Caribbean is working to make a transition to more sustainable and green energy options.
The guest panel discussed the topic, ‘Leading the Energy Transition: Small Business Growth, Innovation and Entrepreneurship’, and included representatives from various roles within the sector who shared their experience being at the forefront of the energy transition.
The group also explained the importance of building strong cross-sectional partnerships with policymakers, investors, and innovative companies to create clean energy ecosystems.
Mr. Powell spoke about the relationships FortisTCI has created through the company’s Utility Owned Renewable Energy (UORE) Program, as well as the work the company continues to do to increase the uptake of renewable energy in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
“FortisTCI is embracing the integration of feasible renewable energy solutions and aims to meet or possible exceed targets as outlined in the country’s Resilient National Energy Transition Strategy (RNETS). The goal of 33% renewable energy generation by 2040 not only increases resilience and sustainability profiles, but will also reduce environmental impact and can offer cost saving to our customers if done right,” Mr. Powell said.
The Clinton Foundation initially launched the CGI program on post-disaster recovery following the devastating 2017 Hurricanes Irma and Maria that severely impacted most of the eastern Caribbean, and the Turks and Caicos Islands.
The goal of the CGI Action Network is to bring industry leaders together to develop long-term solutions that will create a more resilient and sustainable energy sector throughout the Caribbean region.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
Around 10:59 am, the Police Control Room received a call of gunshots at a location along the Millennium Highway, Providenciales.
Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force were dispatched and, based on preliminary investigations, were told that the occupant (s) of a red Suzuki Swift was at a business place when another car pulled alongside it, and the occupants started shooting.
The driver of the Swift drove off while the other unidentified vehicle sped off in a separate direction. 
Officers found the Swift abandoned near Miracle Close, Blue Hills, shortly after.
Based on investigations, no injuries were reported.
This remains an active investigation.
The RT&CIPF is asking anyone with information or CCTV footage of the shooting that may assist the police with enquiries to contact 911, the closest police station, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 and anonymously give any information.
Additionally, persons are being asked to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
There are twelve new officers within the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.
The officers—Ronn James, Ernie Henry, Aron Charlery, Andrew Ottley, Emmanuel Dabreo, Damion Clarke, Jeffrey Kaye, Roan Waugh, Shan Livermore, Kemar Chambers, Michael Campbell, and Ajay Budhai—took an oath to protect and serve the citizens of the
Turks and Caicos Islands yesterday (July 22nd) afternoon at Police Headquarters, Providenciales.
Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin, who administered the officers’ oath, said, “Thank you for choosing the TCI. It will not be a bed of roses. Policing requires hard work, and you ensure our communities are safe. Your arrival was anticipated and highly overdue.
“You are now officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, and you are committed to the safety of the people of these archipelagoes. We must lead by example and not let our guard down. Stand firm on the foundation of our motto- Service With Pride and Integrity. Integrity is doing the right thing in the absence of anyone watching.”
The President of the Christian Council, Pastor Wilbert Jennings, delivered the opening prayer and told officers to always call on God in
their time of need.
Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams, Assistant Commissioner Kendall Grant, acting Assistant Commissioner Mat Newton, Chairman of the Police Welfare Association Sgt. Jepson Victor and Human Resources Manager Rex Swann also attended the ceremony.
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