When did Belco start supplying electricity in Bermuda?

BELCO was incorporated in 1904 as the Bermuda Electric Light, Power & Traction Company (B.E.L.P.&T.), and started to supply electricity in Bermuda on 1 May 1908. The Company purchased its present site on Serpentine Road, Hamilton in 1909 and moved its operations there.

Is biomass a source of electricity in Bermuda?

Traditional biomass – the burning of charcoal, crop waste, and other organic matter – is not included. This can be an important source in lower-income settings. Bermuda: How much of the country’s electricity comes from nuclear power? Nuclear power – alongside renewables – is a low-carbon source of electricity.

Should Bermuda build a fossil fuel power plant?

No one wants a fossil fuel power plant in their backyard but with Bermuda’s limited landmass, the only short-term option was to build a generation plant while the long-term strategy calls for a big change to a renewable energy future. A culture of change is what we are implementing in our Company.

How much electricity does Bermuda use?

Large commercial organizations use about 40% of electricity produced. The standard voltage in Bermuda is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz AC. Flat, two-pronged plugs (Type A) are in use. All US and Canadian appliances work on the island, without voltage converters or adapters.

Why is Bermuda so dependent on fossil fuels?

Historically like other modern developed countries around the world, Bermuda has depended on fossil fuel for energy production for electricity, heating, cooling and transportation.

Why does Belco need a more cost-effective electricity service?

The cost of electricity is a burdensome expense for many Bermudians which means we, BELCO, must continuously look for ways to generate and deliver reliable service in a more cost-effective manner.