Jamaica Energy Partners & West Kingston Power Partners
Corporate Social Responsibility
Jamaica Energy Partners & West Kingston Power Partners
raise the bar for Breast Cancer Education among staff with engaging facts, myths and trivia Did you know:
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9 out of 10 breast lumps are benign
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and not cancerous?
Breast cancer in men is usually
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Early detection saves lives?
detected under the nipple and the areola? This year JEP and WKPP hosted its very own pink week from October 22-26, to remind staff and the public about the importance of supporting this initiative as well as to be more aware of its symptoms and the risks associated. Here’s a recap of how we spent our pink week:
These are just a few facts shared among staff and the public in honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Jamaica Energy Partners has contributed significantly to this worldwide initiative and, for over ten years, has donated to the Jamaica Cancer Society to increase awareness, fund breast cancer research and in support of persons battling the gruesome disease. In 2017 JEP/WKPP also assisted two persons with the disease - Mrs Carol Harris and Ms Lavern Howell and received reports that they are doing well and cancer free.
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1. Each morning, a member of the CSR committee would present on breast cancer to dispel a few myths, inform staff about the signs of breast cancer and what to do if it is suspected.
2. A “Facts and Myths� corner was also created to educate staff about the popular myths associated with the disease. 3. We concluded with an exciting evening of trivia and quizzes to reinforce all that was discussed and to see just how much everyone remembered. 4. Staff was also treated to mouthwatering pink treats and also had received prizes for their participation.
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Breast Cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women, and it is important to note that men are at risk too.
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In light of this, let us play our part in the fight against this dreadful disease - take some time to educate others by sharing all you learned during JEP’s Pink Week and support a friend or family member who may be battling breast cancer or needs guidance on how to deal with having a suspicion.
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JEP and WKPP collaborate with schools to commemorate
NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY
National Tree Planting Day has for several years been a major part of JEP and WKPP’s CSR portfolio. The companies have focused substantial efforts towards preserving our island’s natural resources through various environmental initiatives including participating in this initiative geared towards a more sustainable Jamaica. We pride ourselves in being good corporate citizens, as such, yearly, JEP and WKPP employees take time out to participate in tree planting exercises to improve the island’s natural biodiversity, and to reduce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from the air. Since 2011, both companies have planted over 1000 trees at the Holywell Recreational
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Park. This year, we donated trees to the following schools: Old Harbour Bay Primary School St. Andrew Technical High School Spring Village All-Age School Tivoli Gardens High School
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JEP/WKPP staff visited Old Harbour Bay Primary and St. Andrew Technical High School on Friday, Oct. 5, for a brief “Plant Hour” to assist the students and teachers with planting these trees.
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The Installation of JAMAICA’S FIRST EVER SEABIN October 2018
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Advocating and executing projects to
resources by embarking on a project that
project is an international initiative to help
achieve a cleaner, greener and more
focuses, primarily, on the preservation
keep our oceans cleaner and can collect
sustainable environment is one of the
of our marine life. On Friday, October
up to a half tonne of debris per year
fundamental goals under the Corporate
19, 2018, JEP, in association with our
including microplastics up to 2 mm small.
Social Responsibility Portfolio at Jamaica
international partner Wartsila, launched
First, to enter the Americas, the
Energy Partners. Through this portfolio,
Jamaica’s first ever SeaBin at the
seabin was designed particularly
under the theme, “Environment”,
Montego Bay Marine Park!
with the aim to protect our
sustainable business practices, as well
marine life which is affected by
as activities that promote environmental
The Seabin, which is docked, is a
pounds of garbage that enter our
preservation, are critical to who we are as
submersible garbage bin that collects
oceans each year.
a company. JEP and WKPP participate in
floating debris, surface oil and pollutants
several initiatives that reduce our carbon
in the water. Water is sucked in from the
We hope that through this initiative
footprint and engender a culture of
surface by an electric pump and passes
we will decrease marine pollution and
environmental awareness.
through the catch bag filter inside the
encourage Jamaicans to play their part
Seabin. The water is then pumped back
as we champion for cleaner oceans.
In October, JEP continued to play its
into the ocean leaving litter and debris
part in protecting our island’s natural
trapped in the catch bag. The Seabin
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Jamaica Society for the
Blind
“The worse thing is to be born sighted, but lack vision”
- Helen Keller. These words are inscribed on the walls of the Jamaica Society for the Blind and are quite fitting mainly because unscrupulous persons use their vulnerabilities against them. Theft is a major issue that workers and students of the NGO have to contend with frequently, and the assumption that the institution only offers remedial intervention for blind people is far from the truth. It is for this reason, Executive Director, Conrad Harris, sought assistance from JEP to help with the acquisition of a camera system to improve the visibility of target areas. JEP donated and installed the cameras as well as purchased a monitor to allay the fears of those persons attending the institution. JEP hopes that with this installation, incidents of theft and illicit activities will be reduced.
JEP’s contributions to the UNSDGs for October
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WKPP Events
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West Kingston Power Partners’
FIRST EVER HIGH SCHOOLS’
ENERGY DEBATING
COMPETITION!
Jamaica Energy Partners (JEP) and
College; Tivoli Gardens High School;
A welcome and training session for
West Kingston Power Partners (WKPP),
Kingston College; Clan Carthy High
the students and teachers was held
the island’s largest Independent
School; Kingston High School and St.
on Friday, September 14, 2018. The
Power Providers (IPPs), have for the
Andrew Technical High School.
purpose of the training was to introduce
past 20 years, devoted substantial
the students to the competition; provide
time and resources, to implement
motivational talks and presentations
programmes geared towards the
courtesy of JEP/WKPP representatives,
welfare and academic advancement
as well as a tour of the WKPP facility.
of our nation’s youth. This year, WKPP deemed it necessary to add another
On Thursday, September 20, WKPP, home
exciting initiative to its Corporate Social
of Jamaica Energy Partners, transformed
Responsibility portfolio which was
to host the launch of the competition.
to host its first ever Energy Debating
Under the theme, Young Minds Powering
Competition!
Jamaica’s Energy Future, JEP’s affiliate, provided students, teachers, sponsors and
The competition comprised eight
other distinguished guests with a complete
secondary schools from Western
overview of the competition implemented
Kingston who articulated various
to provide students with a platform
arguments on topics regarding the energy sector. The schools include Dunoon Park Technical High School; Wolmer’s Boys School; St. George’s
to express their views; develop their President & CEO for JEP and WKPP, Wayne McKenzie, presents Dominic McIntyre of St. George’s College with the award for being the Most Valuable Debater in the WKPP Energy Debating Competition.
reasoning skills; boost their confidence; and gain insight into the energy sector.
Exciting, Energetic,
Electrifying, are just a few words to describe Round One of WKPP’s Energy Debating Competition!
On Thursday, October 4, 2018, arguing the moot, “be it resolved: climate change is a hoax”, Wolmer’s Boys School went head to head with Kingston College; St. Andrew Technical High School with Tivoli Gardens High School; Dunoon Park Technical High School with Clan Carthy High School; while St. George’s College faced off Kingston High. 12
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Michelle Barrow, Customer Relations Manager at Island Car Rentals, pose with the Wolmer’s Boys’ energy debating team after presenting them with their medals at the Awards Ceremony at the Spanish Court Hotel.
After minutes of delivering proposing/opposing arguments from the respective teams, Dunoon came out on top and advanced to the grand finale held on Thursday, October 18, at Spanish Court Hotel.
JEP/WKPP’s Public and Community Relations Specialist, Melissa Newman, hands over certificate of participation to Franz Tomlinson of Tivoli Gardens High School
Although all eight teams delivered their arguments coherently and with confidence, the judges awarded St. Andrew Technical High School; Wolmer’s Boys School; Dunoon Technical Park High School and St. George’s College victors in the feat. WKPP’s New Business Development Engineer, Delano Mighty, was the moderator for all four matches, while internal judges Kevin Francis, WKPP Property & Special Services Manager; Jermaine Scott, WKPP Mechanical Supervisor; and Conrad Miller, JEP Technical Services Manager (Acting) ensured that the teams’ arguments were technically sound.
Administrative Assistant, Shalene Davis, hands over the 1st Runner-up trophy to St. George’s College on behalf of sponsor of the Energy Debating Competition, Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica.
St. George’s College (STGC) too reserved their spot in the final match after opposing the Natural Gas moot. STGC defeated Wolmer’s Boy’s School following the delivery of intriguing and well-researched arguments about Natural Gas as well as a solid rebuttal regarding their stance that it is not the best source of alternative energy.
Another riveting set of matches!
The Most Anticipated Dunoon Park Technical High Match of them all! and St. George’s College, victors
of Round Two, advance to the Finals.
On Thursday, October 12, Dunoon Technical Park High School, the opposition, challenged St. Andrew Technical High School in the semi-finals of WKPP’s Energy Debating Competition, arguing the moot - be it resolved: Natural Gas is the best source of alternative energy.
Administrator and Project Tracking Executive at CL Environment, Winsome McDonald, support Dunoon after their big win on October 18.
Dunoon Park Technical High School vs St. George’s College
After two rounds of successful matches and impressive speeches from the energy debating teams, the month-long competition concluded with the final match and awards ceremony at the Spanish Court Hotel. On October 18, Dunoon Park Technical High School and St. George’s College vied for the first place trophy arguing the moot: “Be it resolved: Jamaica is not doing enough to protect the environment.” Off to a great start, the first and second speakers from both teams presented their arguments seamlessly! The spirited team from Dunoon Park Technical High School provided facts as to why Jamaica is doing enough to protect the environment, while St. George’s College countered the argument, emphasizing that this is not so. Following the first half of yet another exciting match, it was time for the teams to prepare their rebuttals and it was soon time for the moment everyone was waiting for. After two powerful rebuttals and the judges’ deliberations, Dunoon Park Technical October 2018
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Dunoon Park Technical High School students Tiffany Drummond (second left), Aaliyah Hepburn (centre) and Jody Taylor happily celebrate their win with Investments Wealth Manager, Melicia Jones, and JEP/WKPP’s President & CEO, Wayne McKenzie
High School received their happy ending as the 2018 WKPP Energy Debating winners! Well tried St. George’s College! In honour of Dunoon’s impeccable performance and St. George’s College admirable sportsmanship, both teams were granted an energy tour in Panama with JEP. The teams also received trophies, medals, various gifts from the sponsors and certificates of participation along with the other participating schools
Homer Gilzene of Mercedes Benz Jamaica provide Dunoon Park Technical High School, winners of the competition with gifts on behalf of the luxury brand.
WKPP’s Patrice Howell hands over the “Top Coach Award” to the teachers of Dunoon Park Technical High School. The coaches also received a weekend courtesy of sponsor, Half Moon Jamaica
Young Minds Powering Jamaica’s Energy Future This energy debating competition has been a great and memorable experience for WKPP and its sponsors. We are honoured to have been able to expose students to topics
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within the energy sector to influence career choice; increase knowledge of factors surrounding energy generation and distribution, and to demonstrate the importance of energy as the driving force of any economy. WKPP would like to express its deepest and most sincere gratitude to Wartsila; IMCA Jamaica Limited; CL Environmental; Stewarts Auto; Sagicor; Petroleum Corporation of Jamaica; Island Car Rentals; Half Moon Jamaica; Barnaby Engineering and ZAZA Trucking for sponsoring this event. In addition to our sponsors, we would also like to acknowledge the participating schools, teachers and judges. Thank you for making this competition powerful; electrifying and exciting. Thank you for making it a success! Through this initiative and other projects, the company continues upholding its commitment and relentlessly pursues new strategies and programmes that will uplift, impact, and shape the future of our students. Jamaica Energy Partners will partner with West Kingston Power Partners in 2019, to host what we expect to be another successful staging of this worthwhile initiative.
Human Resources
NEW EMPLOYEES
Shelair Venair
Jordan Treasure
Operations, Plant Technician
Operations, Plant Technician
West Kingston Power Partners
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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