BTVI meets Minister on solar energy re-launch

Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) team members met recently with the Minister of Environment and Housing ahead of plans to re-launch its solar training programme in 2018.

Romauld Ferreira reiterated the Ministry's mandate to increase renewable energy in the Bahamas, with solar power systems part of this effort.

BTVI's president, Dr Robert W. Robertson, suggested that the Ministry of Environment and Housing collaborate with the Ministry of Labour to ensure local inspectors receive proper solar panel training from BTVI to prevent the need to hire foreigners.

Mr Ferreira gave his backing to BTVI's work, and expressed confidence in its plans. He said BTVI's solar energy initiative was a major move in getting the Bahamas to where it needs to be.