Comments for U.S. Virgin Islands Turning Excess Waste into Energy at http://www.ecogeek.org , comment 1 to 9 out of 9 comments http://www.ecogeek.org Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:58:44 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.3 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-44732 This is fantastic news for the Virgin Islands! I am sure they are reaping huge benefits from implementing these plants. - Recycle Girl Fri, 14 Oct 2011 11:05:50 +0100 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-38919 The U.S. Virgin Islands government and Fortune Brands recognize the mutual benefits of collaborating to grow the Cruzan Rum brand, ensure environmental and production benefits and significantly increase local government revenue that can be reinvested in economic development. The long-term public-private partnership ensures Cruzan Rum will be made exclusively on St. Croix. US per capita energy usage is pretty much the highest in the world -- and it's five times higher than average in the US Virgin Islands. [url=http://www.cruise360.net/british-virgin-islands-a-new-world-of-attractions.html]British Virgin Islands[/url] Not to mention that it all comes from oil-fired generators. But hopefully not for too much longer. Cleantech reports that two new waste-to-energy facilities have been been just announced for St Croix and St Thomas. - British Virgin Islands Tue, 04 May 2010 03:57:37 +0100 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-29597 I am from St. Thomas, first, yes there is no recycling which is sad. I tried to set up a private based recycling company but I never got the information I needed from VI Waste Mgt Assoc. I think this is a bad step, the VI is oil based also but they incinerate and waste the energy produced. We should be a shining example for alternative energy, which I will Gods' willing implement with the help of science, health and knowledge not just solutions based on convenience. If anyone would like to contact me e-mail me at sthomasvi@gmail.com or 229-395-0670. Thanks to Hank Green and Megan Tracy for keeping up with it all. - Maurice Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:31:01 +0100 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-29449 Their best choice may be to buy electricity from geothermal plants on St. Thomas and St. Croix. - bill@microsoft.com Sat, 15 Aug 2009 15:53:00 +0100 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-29445 "no recycling on the island and landfilled everything." brilliant, that solves global warming and rising sea levels. just send more garbage, so they can live on top of it. - garbage Sat, 15 Aug 2009 11:15:28 +0100 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-29416 On a visit to the VI in 2008, I was appalled by the amount of trash everywhere, floating in canals, in streets. Much of it was #1 plastic bottles and paper products. The cab driver told me that they have no recycling on the island and landfilled everything. I was very surprised given that they have so little land to begin with and also because you would think they would want to keep the islands clean to promote tourism. With the sunny, warm weather, you would think there would be a lot of passive solar water heaters, but there aren't. They have a long way to go. Its really sad. - caravanbill Fri, 14 Aug 2009 18:47:31 +0100 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-29414 The Buccaneer St. Croix Treasures Inclusive Package Valid until December 19, 2009 Round trip private airport transfers Seven nights luxurious accommodations Seven breakfast buffets, six a la carte lunches and dinners * $200 per person beverage credit per week* Welcome rum, fruit, cheese and chocolate basket Hertz rental car for one day or guided St Croix Island Tour** ½ day sail and snorkeling trip to Buck Island National Monument Sunset sail One round-trip day-time shuttle pass to Christiansted per person One round-trip evening taxi to Christiansted Choice of one per person: Spa treatment – manicure, pedicure, min-facial, 25- minute massage or reflexology Round of golf with cart Three hours of tennis court time Complimentary wireless internet Tuesday Managers Cocktail party Snorkeling, kayaks, floating mats Introduction to scuba lesson Use of fitness center and jogging trail Tax and energy surcharge Rates per room, double occupancy, for seven nights/eight days Great House Ocean View 3245 Deluxe Oceanfront4075 Luxury Beachside Doubloons5900 * Gratuities are not included for any food and beverage items. A 15% surcharge will be added to all food and beverage checks. **Rental car driver must be at least 25 years old, provide a valid driver’s license and major credit card. Does not include gas, insurance or fees. Driving is on the left. No substitutions for activities nor refunds for unused activities. Visit www.thebuccaneer.com or email mango@thebuccaneer.com for more information. - Morgan Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:43:40 +0100 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-29398 excess waste? i thought all waste was excess. better for the environment would be producing less waste - nuvi Fri, 14 Aug 2009 06:33:44 +0100 http://www.ecogeek.org/preventing-pollution/2907-us-virgin-islands-turning-excess-waste-into-energy#comment-29386 That is a very surprising number - I'd be interested to know how that comes to be. - Fred Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:35:40 +0100