Our leaders have perennially kicked the can down the road, expecting great things from the next Governor or the next Legislature, and allowing the status quo to continue. This is not just a local thing. Our Federal leaders are our model when it comes to governance and they’ve pretty much driven the bus into a ditch, too. The un-sustainability of the way we live is catching up with us. Have we reached the tipping point?

When Hovensa announced they were closing up shop, our elected leaders claimed they were taken completely by surprise. Are they lying? Let’s give them the benefit of the doubt and say simply that they didn’t see it coming.

But even a modestly informed newspaper-reader knows about the numerous EPA infractions at the refinery. And the age and design of the plant itself. And the new Hess refinery down-island. And about the volatile worldwide energy market. And the finite supply of crude oil. And terrorists. And speculators. And the recession. And…

OK. So, the best we can say is that our leaders were woefully oblivious to reality and therefore allowed the tipping point to become a real possibility.

You and I require gas to drive our cars and electricity to light our homes. Hovensa announced that, along with shutting down the refinery and putting hundreds of Cruzians out of work, it would no longer supply discount fuel to the islands. Yes, it seems that besides paying the highest energy cost under a US flag, we have also been getting a deal on it. It sounds too absurd to be true, but it’s not.

Gov. deJongh has somehow encouraged Hovensa to extend the supply through the end of the year, but we have yet to see even a ray of sunshine on the horizon. On March 16, WAPA requested bids for the supply of #2 and #6 fuel oil. That’s what they need to keep the generators running. Thirty-seven sources were contacted. One replied. Read the VI Source article here.

The Chinese have an ancient curse: May you live in interesting times. That’s what it says in our fortune cookie.

UPDATE: Read more about WAPA’s search for fuel here.

In most cases, the answer is YES!

The link below will guide you through the decision-making process, from a purely financial standpoint. In reality, a solar energy system is a “performing asset” with a quantifiable RETURN ON INVESTMENT.

Let’s find out: R U READY?

SEDNA AIRE VI solar-assisted air conditioning systems for commercial use are now available in the US and British Virgin Islands.

click here for Sedna Aire VI

The same WAPA savings that residential customers enjoy (up to 58%) can be realized by the use of this revolutionary technology. These ducted units carry a full warranty on parts and labor. And, as summer approaches, remember:

the hotter it gets, the better it works.

SOLAR JEFF is the exclusive distributor of SEDNA AIRE VI in the Islands. Call today for technical details, testimonials and information about energy savings.

For installations on St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. John, Tortola or Virgin Gorda you now have the ability to use the certified air conditioning installer of your choice.

Check out this video, provided by our stateside counterparts.

Also see:

How SEDNA AIRE VI SOLAR-ASSISTED AC WORKS

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And that will significantly reduce the WAPA bill.

To find out how to take advantage of the

FREE energy of the sun,

call Solar Jeff at 941-321-3177

or email 4solarjeff@gmail.com.

The International Green Energy Council is located in Washington.

Part of the organization’s mission statement reads:

MISSION STATEMENT

To provide advice and to render opinions pertaining to all of the issues affecting the “Green” industry on the Federal, state, county and municipal levels of government; to maintain surveillance, review and analysis of all governmental activities, whether federal, state, county or local in nature, which affect the “Green” industry, whether legislative, executive or judicial in form and scope; to maintain liaison with all levels of government; and to initiate, defend, and otherwise support environmentally sound initiatives that support sustainable energy practices in all its forms.

condenser of a one-ton split unit

Call today for details: 941-321-3177.

THE HOTTER IT GETS, THE BETTER IT WORKS!

Some companies claim to offer “solar” air conditioning, but they utilize photo-voltaic panels to power the compressor. That’s good, I guess. But, what if you could eliminate the compressor all together? During the hot, sunny hours of the day that’s exactly what Sedna Aire VI systems do. And, the savings can exceed 58%. The efficiency rating can be 32 SEER or more.

In the tropics especially, this really makes sense because THE HOTTER IT GETS, THE BETTER IT WORKS!

The sun is usually shining

This is unusual weather for St John, that’s why we encourage you to use SOLAR power. Call Solar Jeff today for a consultation or information on how you can use the sun for domestic hot water, pool heating and circulation, or solar air conditioning!

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Bus stop shelter by Public Works

The shelters were built by Stone Masonry of St. John and the lights are from SEPCO, a U.S. manufacturer based in Florida. They were installed (and will continue to be monitored) by Solar Jeff. If you see one isn’t working right – call 941-321-3177.