Will Guernsey's new electricity strategy come after a long-term deal?

A leading businessman has criticised Environment and Infrastructure's (E&I) new electricity strategy for Guernsey. Jon Moulton said the strategy should come after a long-term deal on power supply has been signed with French energy suppliers. The current deal for electricity supply with French energy supplier EDF is set to run out in 2027.

What is the electricity strategy for Guernsey?

The Electricity Strategy for Guernsey, approved on 7 th September, sets out a strategic direction for how the Island will manage increased demand while balancing security of supply, affordability, and meeting its goal of net zero by 2050 at the latest.

Does Guernsey have electricity?

The cable connection to France provides most of the electric energy sold in Guernsey, but the power station still needs to maintain sufficient capacity to generate power should the cable fail. There are eight oil-fired diesel engines and three oil-fired gas turbines.

How much did Guernsey's power plant cost?

In 1933 the States of Guernsey cancelled the concession and acquired the business at a cost of £285,500 at which time the capacity was 3.73 MW with 2,928 consumers on 165 kilometres (103 mi) of cables with eight substations.

Is E&I planning a small windfarm off Guernsey?

Paul Fletcher, from renewable energy company Renew Guernsey, is also concerned about the direction chosen by E&I. He said the E&I proposals for a small windfarm off Guernsey would be very expensive, and in his opinion "not a good idea".

Is a small windfarm a good idea for Guernsey?

He said the E&I proposals for a small windfarm off Guernsey would be very expensive, and in his opinion "not a good idea". Environmentalist and Chamber of Commerce board member Rupert Dorey believes E&I's preferred plan is the best for Guernsey.