Jamaica Energy Partners

4 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 10, ISSUE 2 JAMA I CA ENERGY PARTNERS The industry relies primarily on heavy fuel sources, especially oil, which accounts for over 90% of the country’s energy mix. However, in recent years, the government has made efforts to diversify the country’s energy mix and increase the use of renewable energy sources. As one of the main IPPs in the country, JEP’s commitment is to generate energy at the lowest cost possible while providing customers with the highest level of service. The company is dedicated to delivering power safely and responsibly to protect the environment and remains ready to meet the country’s expanding energy demands by utilizing local expertise. After taking over the Doctor Bird Power Plant, Jamaica Energy Partners (JEP) commenced operations in September 1995. Currently, JEP is Jamaica’s biggest Independent Power Producer (IPP). It owns and manages two power barges named