AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy & Industry: Nevis Geothermal Project cleared another hurdle as the drill rig undergoes its final independent inspection in Iceland (Aug 24–28), a key step before mobilisation—aimed at lowering fuel-linked electricity costs and boosting energy independence. Tourism & Trade: St. Kitts hit 1,002,282 cruise passengers since the pandemic milestone, with Port Zante celebrating the return’s wider spillover for taxis, tours, artisans and vendors. Renewables Financing: IRENA opened a call for renewable energy proposals across the Caribbean (including St. Kitts and Nevis), with potential access to financing and de-risking via its Climate Investment Platform and Energy Transition Accelerator Financing. Local Business & Tech: Clecton Phillip’s Voykuh civic intelligence platform is now on Google Play in 177 countries, expanding tools for policy discussion and small-state economic analysis. Digital Entrepreneurship: Ocho Rios entrepreneur Kingsley Jair Harrison’s SnapTap AI business platform is gaining traction across 10 countries, offering a single hub for marketing, sales and customer management. Regional Business Climate: Nevis Premier flagged electricity costs as fuel surcharge returns, citing Middle East-driven energy market pressures and a capped residential rate. Tourism Marketing: Nevis and St. Kitts used the ASTA Caribbean Showcase to reach 70+ U.S. travel advisors, pushing hotels, culture, heritage and experiences. Sports & Economy Pulse: Flow’s “Every Six Gives Back” ties CPL sixes to community support, including free connectivity for cricket clubs in St. Kitts and Nevis. Governance & Culture: Kalinago Council members visited St. Kitts to advance a Kalinago craft centre proposal to create local economic opportunities.
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