New Law Shifts Energy Power to Minister

Bermuda’s lawmakers just passed a bold new Electricity Amendment Act, giving the Minister of Home Affairs unprecedented power to pause energy planning — all to keep costs affordable as the island charts its future energy course. Critics say the old Integrated Resource Plan, written by the utility for its own benefit, no longer serves the public. The minister argues the government must directly steer the process to honor its energy promises. But opponents fear ministerial overreach and warn of legal battles from the utility. Meanwhile, global fuel instability in the Persian Gulf looms large, prompting the government to cap prices and explore customs relief. This move is about aligning Bermuda’s energy future with public will — ensuring every household, from solar owners to small businesses, feels the plan’s benefits, not its burdens. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/42e4ecd9dc33b281