Last Updated on December 20, 2023, 8:29 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Minister of Public Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities Konris Maynard unveiled Solutions to reduce water shortages and improve water management in St Kitts and Nevis during his contribution to the 2024 Budget Debate on Monday, December 18, 2023.
The minister, Konris Maynard, described significant improvements in the St Kitts and Nevis water infrastructure, noting that a cornerstone of these developments is the construction of a groundbreaking desalination plant. Minister Maynard highlighted the finalization of an agreement with Royal Utilities.
Minister Konris Maynard announced that the government had expanded its arrangement with Royal Utilities, which currently provides up to 400,000 gallons in the Frigate Bay area.
The new pump house will enable increased water transfer from the Marriott Plant to storage facilities, addressing the needs of the South East Peninsula and surrounding regions.
The government has also engaged Dr Roland Hoag, President of Bear Rock Consulting, Inc., for a comprehensive hydrogeological analysis of St. Kitts’ aquifers.
Dr Hoag will analyze accumulated geophysical, hydrogeological, and geological data to pinpoint prospective well sites for immediate drilling.
Maynard emphasized the holistic approach to water management, recommending a new technology that would allow an aircraft to fly over St Kitts and Nevis to map potential water sites from the air.
The government of St Kitts is committed to managing water resources sustainably, focusing on utilizing all groundwater resources, not just desalination water.
This multifaceted approach promises to secure and enhance the water supply for the people of St Kitts and Nevis, addressing both immediate needs and long-term sustainability.
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