Jamaica Energy Partners & West Kingston Power Partners

This summary covers an investment by Latin Power III, L.P. (LP III) of the Cayman Islands in Jamaica Energy Partners and West Kingston Power Partners.  LP III has applied for a MIGA guarantee of up to $67.5 million against the risks of transfer restriction, expropriation, and war and civil disturbance.  The covers are requested for up to 20 years.

The project consists of the acquisition and expansion of power-generating assets in Jamaica. LP III has acquired barges with a generation installed capacity of 124 megawatts located at the Old Harbour, about 40 kilometers west of Kingston. The expansion consists of the greenfield installation of 60-65 megawatts of inland diesel generators, at a location adjacent to the refinery in Kingston where the fuel can be supplied via pipeline.

Environmental Categorization

The project is classified as a Category B under MIGA’s Policy on Social and Environmental Sustainability. Click here to view the Environmental and Social Review Summary.

Development Impact

Jamaica’s existing power generation facilities are aged and highly inefficient.  This has resulted in high electricity costs, which are among the key impediments to the country’s economic growth.

The project will help meet growing electricity demand, improve generation efficiency, reduce energy costs, and positively impact Jamaica’s balance of payments.  Furthermore, the project will help diversify the country’s sources of electricity generation, now provided by public entities.

The project is consistent with the World Bank’s Country Partnership Strategy, which aims to increase energy security and efficiency in the country.