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BELCO Holds Health, Safety & Environment Day

BELCO Holds Health, Safety & Environment Day

BELCO  held its annual Occupational Health, Safety and Environment [OHSE] Day today [May 2], bringing together employees, industry professionals, and students under the theme “Lead Safely, Live Safely.” A spokesperson said, “The day began with a memorial service honoring the 18 BELCO workers who have lost their lives in service to... Read more of this article

BELCO Sponsors Outstanding Teen Awards

BELCO Sponsors Outstanding Teen Awards

BELCO is sponsoring the upcoming Outstanding Teen Awards, set to be held on Sunday [May 4]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today announced sponsorship of the 39th annual Outstanding Teen Awards hosted by Teen Services [registered charity #71] on Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of BELCO’s Giveback Programme. “BELCO... Read more of this article

Photos: 2025 BELCO Kite Safety Poster Winners

Photos: 2025 BELCO Kite Safety Poster Winners

BELCO has named the winners of its annual Kite Safety Poster competition, with top honours going to Kiani Coke, William Wilson, Bella Lightbourn, Oliver Twerdahl, Marlena Walker, Lorenzo Sosa, and Aiden Shin for their creative and safety-focused entries. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO or the Company] today... Read more of this article

BELCO Scholarship Deadline On April 30th

BELCO Scholarship Deadline On April 30th

BELCO advised that the “deadline to apply for the Company’s scholarship opportunities that are available to Bermudian students is quickly approaching on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.” A spokesperson said, “The scholarships available include: BELCO STEM Education Awards [$2,500 to $20,000 for one year] – This scholarship is open... Read more of this article

BELCO: 20 Kite Incidents On Good Friday

BELCO: 20 Kite Incidents On Good Friday

There were 20 incidents involving kites and BELCO’s overhead network during the Good Friday holiday, with one incident causing a large electricity outage in Hamilton Parish. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today reported that there were 20 incidents involving kites and BELCO’s overhead network during the... Read more of this article

BELCO Launch Ebilling Campaign For Earth Day

BELCO Launch Ebilling Campaign For Earth Day

BELCO has launched a campaign which aims to get more customers signed up for electronic bills, and all paperless billing customers at the time of the draw next month will be eligible to win a $500 BELCO gift voucher. Win $500 BELCO Gift Voucher A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today announced the launch of... Read more of this article

BELCO Sponsors 13th Annual Kappa Classic

BELCO Sponsors 13th Annual Kappa Classic

BELCO will be the Gold Sponsor of the 13th annual Kappa Classic as part of the company’s ‘BELCO Giveback Programme.’ A spokesperson said, “BELCO has a long tradition of community support and donations with a focus on Bermuda’s youth. Football is embedded in our community culture and as a team sport requiring teamwork, skill, adaptability,... Read more of this article

BELCO Kite Poster Deadline This Friday

BELCO Kite Poster Deadline This Friday

With Bermuda’s kite-flying season nearing, BELCO reminds Primary 1 and 2 students that entries for its annual Kite Safety Poster competition are due by Friday [April 11]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today reminds the public that the deadline for entries for the Company’s annual Kite Safety Poster... Read more of this article

Minister Lightbourne Meets With BELCO & RA

Minister Lightbourne Meets With BELCO & RA

“As part of the Ministry’s ongoing pledge to engage key industry stakeholders within its remit, the Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne recently held productive meetings with the senior leadership of BELCO and the Regulatory Authority [RA],” the government said. A Government spokesperson said, “”During her meeting with... Read more of this article

Governor Visits BELCO To Discuss Energy

Governor Visits BELCO To Discuss Energy

The Governor recently  visited BELCO, receiving a briefing and tour while discussing sustainability, extreme weather preparedness, and Bermuda’s energy future. A statement from Government House said, “Given its importance as a critical national infrastructure, the Governor recently visited the Bermuda Electric Light Company [BELCO]. “He... Read more of this article

BELCO Fuel Adjustment Rate To Increase In April

BELCO Fuel Adjustment Rate To Increase In April

[Updated] The Ministry of Home Affairs was notified “of an intended increase in the BELCO Fuel Adjustment Rate [FAR]” and said this “adjustment will result in an average $14.00 increase in residents’ monthly electricity bills.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs was notified on Friday March... Read more of this article

BELCO Opens Scholarship Program Applications

BELCO Opens Scholarship Program Applications

BELCO is now accepting applications for its 2025 scholarship program, offering over $100,000 in educational funding to Bermudian students pursuing careers in engineering, STEM, business, and sustainability. A spokesperson said, “These scholarships represent BELCO’s continued commitment to developing local talent and building Bermuda’s... Read more of this article