Environmental non-profit Greenrock yesterday welcomed Belco's decision to delay expansion of its plant but warned that Bermuda must reduce its dependence on fossil fuels to make any meaningful change. The charity spoke out following Tuesday's news that Belco will postpone its decision on whether to redevelop its Pembroke site until 2011.

"This news is very encouraging, and we commend Belco in making this decision and publicly confirming that they are taking a 'wait and see' approach towards the future expansion of their Pembroke plant," said a spokesman for Greenrock. "However, this announcement only pushes the timeline to 2011 and so much more needs to take place." ... Read the rest of the story at www.royalgazette.com.