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A First-of-Its-Kind Clean-Energy Affordable Housing Project in the Caribbean

A First-of-Its-Kind Clean-Energy Affordable Housing Project in the Caribbean In a groundbreaking collaboration, Jackson Development and E-Finity Distributed Generation have come together to bring about the Caribbean’s first clean-energy affordable-housing project. The new project, Magens Junction, has been open since 2019, providing […]

A Major New Green Energy Project in Saba

The Dutch Caribbean island of Saba could soon be producing nearly 90 percent of its energy through renewable sources. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean […]

A New Way to Power Caribbean Resorts With Clean Energy

By Alexander Britell It’s no secret that energy in the Caribbean is not cheap. As hotel construction and investment continue to ramp up in the region, demand for sustainable, reliable and cost-effective energy solutions continues to rise. And in recent […]

What’s Next for Nevis Tourism in 2023?

Tiny Nevis has long been beloved by Caribbean aficionados, drawn to the island for its historic charm, beautiful natural environment and enviable collection of boutique hotels and inns. As the island’s tourism sector emerges from the pandemic, Caribbean Journal caught […]

Jay Penske Developing Private Island Resort Project in The Bahamas

By Joe Pike, Special Contributor to CJU To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean Journal Travel Advisor for targeted content for travel agents and advisors. Subscribe […]

A “Sandcastle” Hits the Market in Exuma

A “sandcastle” has hit the market in the Exuma Cays, Caribbean Journal Invest has learned. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news or Caribbean Journal Travel Advisor for […]

State-of-the-Art Green Housing Project Makes Debut in St Thomas

A state-of-the-art green housing project has officially debuted in St Thomas. The new Magens Junction II held its ribbon cutting ceremony this week, marking the launch of a significant new green affordable housing project on the island. The nine-story, hurricane-hardened […]

In St Thomas, a New Kind of Off-the-Grid Caribbean Development

By Alexander Britell It’s the newest development in St Thomas: Magens Junction, composed of 108 affordable rental apartments at the former St Thomas Dairy Site — and it’s rather unique for the entire Caribbean. It’s a project by Jackson Development Company, […]

A Clean, Reliable Power Solution for Caribbean Hotels and Resorts

By Alexander Britell It’s one of the biggest issues for any large resort or project in the Caribbean: power generation. And it’s even harder to do so in a clean, green, cost-effective way. More and more projects in the region […]

St Kitts and Nevis Is Building the Caribbean’s Largest Solar Plant

St Kitts and Nevis has broken ground on what is expected to be the largest solar plant in the Caribbean region. To access this content, subscribe now. Choose from two tailored subscription options: Caribbean Journal Invest for comprehensive investment news […]

How Barbuda Is Going Green

After the devastation caused by Hurricane Irma in 2017, the beach-filled paradise of Barbuda is about to go green in a major way. The United Arab Emirates is joining with the CARICOM Development Fund and other partners to build a […]

St Kitts Is Launching a Major New Solar Energy Project

By the Caribbean Journal staff The island of St Kitts is embarking on a new green energy project that could be a game-changer for the wider Caribbean region. The new project by the St Kitts Electric Company and Leclanche SA […]

Making Caribbean Internet Climate Resilient

By Gerard Best CJ Contributor A new initiative to make Caribbean Internet infrastructure less vulnerable to the impact of climate change and natural disasters is gaining momentum across the region. Several Internet organisations recently held talks in Puerto Rico to […]

VIDEO: The Amazing Eustatia Island

By Alexander Britell No island is an island. Even islands have needs, needs from afar: food, energy, connectivity — no island can be truly independent in today’s world. Or can it? There’s an island in the British Virgin Islands that has […]

A $40 Million Home in the British Virgin Islands

It’s the most expensive home currently on the market in the British Virgin Islands: Villa Katsura, currently listed for $40 million. The 23,500-square-foot property is set on three acres of manicured gardens on the Little Dix Bay peninsula, among the […]

Barbuda Is Looking to Go 100 Percent Green

The Eastern Caribbean island of Barbuda is looking to become a 100 percent green energy island. That’s the plan behind the proposed Green Barbuda Energy project, which, if approved, would be supported by a regional grant from the government of […]

This Is the Travel Gear You Need for a Caribbean Trip

Wherever you’re heading in the Caribbean, it’s likely you’re going to find sun, sand and sea. But that can mean many things for many people — whether you’re looking to lounge with some music on the beach, head for a snorkel or […]

Eustatia Island: A New Caribbean Private Island Villa Resort

It’s one of the most-sought-after islands in the Caribbean: Eustatia Island, set in the North Sound of Virgin Gorda. And now it’s home to one of the region’s most exclusive villa experiences. Much like nearby Necker Island (home to Richard […]

A Major New Solar Project on This Caribbean Island

A landmark solar energy project has been commissioned on the Dutch Caribbean island of St Eustatius. German energy firm SMA Sunbelt Energy has integrated 1.9 MWp of photovoltaic power and 1 MW of batteries, meaning the island will save up […]

A Secret Corner of Aruba

By Alexander Britell ARUBA – Gilbert Raven loved The Flintstones. There was something about Fred and Barney, about Dino, about pedaling with your feet. And it inspired him to build it. To build this place. Something about a trip to […]

How This Team Is Using Drones to Search for Hard-to-Find Caribbean Corals

Above: searching for coral from above (Photo: Jordan Mitchell/TNC) By Dr Steve Schill CJ Contributor As I dove into the clear Caribbean waters, I adjusted my mask and started searching. I was on the hunt for signs of elkhorn coral, a […]

How to Make Jamaican Peppered Shrimp

By Nigel Spence CJ Contributor As a kid I remember very well my brother teaching me to drive my grandfather’s old beat up blue stick shift Vauxhall Viva that was always parked in the driveway at home, while my grandfather […]

Understanding the Path to Jamaica’s Development, Part 1

By Dennis Chung CJ Contributor ALMOST daily I get questions on what will happen to the Jamaican economy and whether or not we are moving in the right direction. Or sometimes, get a comment that my expressed cautious optimism is […]

US Virgin Islands Signs Agreement to Reopen Fort Christian in St Thomas

Above: Fort Christian By the Caribbean Journal staff The government of the United States Virgin Islands has signed a Memorandum of Agreement to facilitate the reopening of Fort Christian on St Thomas. The Danish fort, which was attacked by French […]

Haiti Inaugurates Renovated Maternity Ward at State University Hospital

Above: Port-au-Prince (CJ Photo) By the Caribbean Journal staff Haiti inaugurated the maternity ward at the State University Hospital of Haiti Friday to coincide with International Women’s Day. While the maternity ward was one of the few buildings of the […]

Marriott Just Opened Its New All-Inclusive Concept in Cancun