Belize Energy Unit gets new IT equipment from the European Union.

Mr. Aniceto Rodriguez, Head of Cooperation at the EU Delegation in Jamaica, which also covers Belize, presented the equipment to Mr. Jose Urbina, Chief Executive Officer of MPUELE. It consists of 45 IT devices valued at approximately 200,000 BZD and includes, energy meters, air and water quality meters, GPS, solar installation efficiency recorders, laptops, cameras, among others. The gift forms part of the Sustainable Energy Roadmap Programme funded by the 11th European Development Fund.

Mr. Rodriguez in handing over the items noted that the Ministry's ongoing modernization is evident in its new office in Belmopan and the capacity building now underway for its expanding staff.  The collaborative effort between the Government of Belize and the European Union aims to support the population's access to electricity and the country's transition to renewable energy sources.

The Ministry is collaborating closely with a Technical Assistance funded by the EU to enhance the capacity for energy efficiency, renewable technologies, and policy planning. The new cutting-edge equipment will allow the Energy Unit to enhance its performance and broaden its reach.