Jamaica PM Andrew Holness Recognizes United Energy's Landmark PV & ESS Project in Kingston
This week, Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica, paid an official visit to Sutherland's newly completed commercial solar and energy storage facilities in Kingston, putting one of Jamaica's most influential industrial renewable energy projects under national spotlight.
A prime minister's site visit is far more than a symbolic ceremony. It delivers an official signal that this United Energy-backed PV + ESS project is critical to Jamaica's local economic growth and long-term clean energy transition roadmap.
Following the visit, Prime Minister Holness stated on social media that he would fully support more companies transitioning to solar power generation. He pointed out that commercial solar transformation enables local businesses to create more jobs while taking leadership in environmental protection.
“The launch of this solar energy project marks an important step forward for the local digital economy,” the Prime Minister emphasized.
Such upgrades from traditional expensive grid power to the hybrid solar power system are accelerating Jamaica's progress toward its national 2030 renewable energy target of 30% power generation from clean sources. As the exclusive technology and equipment partner, United Energy is proud to turn this national sustainability vision into reality with tailor-made PV and energy storage turnkey solutions that balance corporate operational growth and national carbon reduction goals.
Why Jamaican & Caribbean Enterprises Urgently Need PV + LFP Battery Storage Systems
- Core Pain Points for Local Businesses
Jamaica's electricity costs rank among the highest across the entire Caribbean region, bringing mounting cost pressure to all enterprises. Constantly rising electricity bills severely squeeze corporate profit margins, while unstable grid supply and reliance on diesel generators create dual troubles for operation: high expenditure and poor power reliability.
For tech-focused enterprises like Sutherland, a stable power supply is equally vital as cost control. Frequent power fluctuations risk disrupting daily digital operations and data services. Under this background, hybrid solar power system paired with lithium battery energy storage system (BESS) becomes the most cost-effective, reliable long-term solution.
- Core Advantages of United Energy's Solar Solution for Jamaican Enterprises
- Slash monthly grid electricity expenditure and reduce dependence on costly imported fossil fuels
- Deliver stable off-grid/hybrid power backup to avoid production and service downtime
- Help enterprises meet local carbon emission requirements and support national renewable energy policies
- Boost long-term energy security for Jamaica by lowering fossil fuel import reliance
Large-Scale Sutherland PV+ESS Projects: Full Parameters & Economic & Environmental Benefits
United Energy completed three customized solar systems, forming one of Jamaica’s largest commercial hybrid PV + ESS deployments. All projects adopt mature LFP battery technology with containerized and outdoor cabinet energy storage designs for flexible local installation.
| Project Name | Annual Generation | PV Capacity | Hybrid inverter | On-grid Inverter | LFP Battery Capacity | Storage Form |
| RHR Project | 553.3MWh | 360kWp | 250kWac | N/A | 500kWh | 20GP Energy Storage Container |
| STH Project | 752.5MWh | 490kWp | 300kWac | N/A | 1116kWh | 20GP Energy Storage Container |
| PTM Project | 502.3MWh | 311kWp | 50kWac | 220kWac | 100kWh | Outdoor Battery Cabinet |
Remarkable Economic Benefits
The three solar systems generate a combined annual output of over 1.8 GWh. Given Jamaica’s average commercial electricity price of USD 0.34 per kWh, the integrated solution saves Sutherland more than USD 615,000 in electricity expenses every year. For Caribbean enterprises struggling with high electricity costs, United Energy’s customized PV+ESS turnkey solutions deliver fast investment returns and stable long-term cost reduction.
If your factory, tech park, or commercial building in Jamaica or the Caribbean suffers from excessive power costs, contact United Energy to get a free customized solar storage cost-saving quotation.
Outstanding Environmental & National Energy Value
These hybrid solar systems cut annual carbon emissions by over 1,100 tons. Compared with traditional diesel power generation, this renewable power output eliminates around 500,000 liters of diesel fuel consumption each year, strengthens national energy independence, and speeds up the country’s progress toward its 2030 30% renewable energy penetration target.
United Energy’s End-to-End Turnkey PV & ESS Expertise for Overseas Projects
High-performance PV projects rely on more than premium PV modules and LFP batteries alone. United Energy provides One-stop solutions:
- Professional project consultation and local demand analysis
- Customized PV + ESS design
- Independent R&D and manufacturing of PV panels and LFP batteries
- Global cross-border logistics coordination
- Overseas on-site technical guidance, installation support, and equipment commissioning
- Long-term after-sales operation and maintenance service
To guarantee seamless construction of the three projects, United Energy dispatched a senior professional engineer to Kingston for full-cycle on-site technical support, closely cooperating with local construction teams to solve regional installation and energy storage system communication challenges.
About United Energy
As a global provider of solar and energy storage solutions, United Energy focuses on specializing in the R&D and manufacturing of PV modules and lithium battery systems.
Backed by 16 years of proven overseas project expertise, we have served over 8,000 clients across the globe, with a cumulative shipment and installation capacity exceeding 10GW.
Our product lineup covers small rooftop solar setups up to large commercial & industrial hybrid PV+ESS turnkey projects. We empower enterprises worldwide to slash recurring electricity expenses and strengthen power supply reliability.
Looking to deploy a high-return solar system for your commercial or industrial operation? Contact United Energy today to receive fully tailored PV+ESS solutions and end-to-end international project technical support.