Tracking Oil in Jamaica From 1924 to 2022

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Did you learn anything new? And what are your thoughts? New Video: What is OIL? Everything You Need To Know Before They Start Drilling For Oil In Jamaica! kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4PdiZJ7rbRsbbM Tracking Bauxite in Jamaica From 1827 to 2022 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZi9oYBnf9Odnqc

[@galaxykode9243]

Great job

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

@@galaxykode9243 Thanks!

[@nigeljames9727]

​​@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogsnited oil and gas is stalling on purpose I think this way for them to make money to sucker In new investors they are not gonna drill for oil in Jamaica .there license should be revoke and given to the Chinese ,Saudi Arabian oil company or ExxonMobil.

[@zionnegus8760]

Jamaica need to move from Oil exploration and start exploring renewable energy. Jamaica gets some of the best Sunshine in the world and we need to find away to export this energy.

[@xnratd831]

I would say the exploration of both. It’s reported that Bill has recently bought an entire airline company in the UK to fly way above earth and spray tiny particles into the stratosphere to dim the sunlight to cool earth and that is definitely a threat to renewables at this time. 🙄

[@demarharvey8647]

Move from oil before we even start mining it👀

[@audleymclean3724]

Check out Guyana NOW!! and you'll see the great benefits of oil discovery, Guyana is no more a basket case, in fact it will be possible the Richest Country [by far] in the Region by 2025, do your own research and stop ponder to the no-can-do] sentiment, it is causing US TO BE LEFT BEHIND ECONOMICALLY, I'm tired of hearing about our prowess in Athletics, music and Culture, but still A Poor Country..

[@cmartin5903]

I think that both would be good.

[@FDCNC]

There are very few profitable solar industrial solar installations in the world. It's a waste of money and time. Solar energy is unreliable and only works when there is sunlight, you will also need to store it because you will produce more that needed on an Industrial level and I'd say you'd need that capability to store enough energy for one day for the entirety of Jamaica and this is where we enter the land of fiction with rainbows and unicorns because such battery technology doesn't exist and won't anytime soon.

[@charmintruesdale4484]

I am so glad you made mention of the environmental aspects of drilling. Jamaica's beaches are extremely valuable to its country. I pray the hope for great financial gain in drilling does not kill them.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

I'm very concerned about that part Charmin 😟

[@isaacjagganarine5349]

I will not give away certainty for uncertainty. Your tracking of this matter is of great help to us Jamaican. Thank you very much.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

You're most welcome Isaac. And thanks for watching.

[@isaacjagganarine5349]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs Bless up!

[@blackchain1900]

The natural resources belong to to the people. How much of the money will go to the average person. There is more than enough evidence to support the narrative that it will not. We will see, again.

[@rollinthunder8671]

The problem with Jamaica. Is the problem its always had. The lack of true government oversight & they keep the general population ignorant.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for joining the conversation Rollin

[@rollinthunder8671]

@Mitzie Chang what's the problem what I said is true

[@QandA_Jamaica]

True,but most Jamaicans have access to the internet and everything is on the internet....they need to educate themselves man

[@tonykum2005]

There are very conflicting reports on oil exploration in Jamaica, some say it would be dangerous for the Island and some say it would be too costly to extract it. Oil is not the answer to our problems in Jamaica, it's having the will to break free from colonizing powers, and create the country we want, with mother Africa by our side.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for adding to the discussion Tony.

[@MrJaggamatic187]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs mother Africa is too busy been owned by china

[@garyantoni4658]

@@MrJaggamatic187 not all !? So remember that !!!

[@honorablebossman6]

@@MrJaggamatic187How can China own a whole continent if China is just a country 😂😂😂

[@christianroyal4679]

Jamaica produce one of the best grade ganja in the world. It was discovered by ordinary Rastafarians who were rootlessly persecuted by the government and also imprisoned. After finding out that it has significant medical uses the government and upper class in our society exploit the original pioneers of the discovery and take over the business and proceeds. If oil is found in Jamaica it should not only benefit the rich but also the marginalized in Jamaica. Jamaica is not poor it's just full of greed, injustice and corruption.

[@shavarsa]

Well said

[@marlonrose2689]

Definitely have to agree

[@heru3337]

Facts

[@MB-kw6bu]

Well stated.

[@stacylove4900]

Sad...but damn true.

[@cyndis665]

If successful JA will need to create an oil refinery for it to be beneficial to Jamaica's economy or we will end up like Nigeria that doesn't have an oil refinery and thereby lose. We must consider the environment first.

[@manovrsb]

Oil refineries are terrible and devastating to waste . People only see money and success but don't see the risk of what could happen when there is a leak and spillage . Look at how the US tried to cover most of their embarrassing oil leaks that are still being investigated today.

[@cyndis665]

@@manovrsb excellent point. No argument here.

[@dewismith3059]

Petrojam is a limited liability company and is Jamaica's only petroleum refinery, with the G.O.J. being the major shareholder. Petrojam was established in 1982, when the Government of Jamaica purchased the Esso Kingston Refinery, which had been built, and operated by Esso since 1964. Their is also Petrojam Ethanol Limited (PEL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Petroleum Corporation Limited, a statutory body of the Government of Jamaica. .

[@donyutejamaica631]

Jamaica has an oil refinery!

[@ceactoceava6203]

What does Jamaica really benefit from bauxite, would it be the same for oil.

[@bandit4true]

Dont really benefit. Just the few little jobs.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

I think I need to research that next 🤔

[@patrickgeorge4195]

oil is in manchester Jamaica

[@maxmediaguyana]

Just like Guyana, nothing

[@graybeard9942]

Nain St Elizabeth where Alpart is located is one of the most underdeveloped towns around the plant. The majority of the water produced is pumped to Mandeville leaving south St Elizabeth high and dry, this in Jamaica's bread basket and in the parish that boasts the largest river, the black river.

[@karlhenry2328]

Very impressed with your research and analysis here,loving your growth on off the beaten path topics. Keep excellence the hallmark of your journey,continued success and growth. Much appreciated.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Appreciate that Karl

[@leroybenjamin6169]

Congratulations on your presentation. Alpart and Appleton Estate(sugar production) have both ceased in St Elizabeth. All are feeling the painful fallout from this. Could you investigate what is happening in St Elizabeth, specifically with respect to these two industrial concerns ?

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for the video suggestion Leroy

[@kemmealhopwood5540]

Leroy nothin na gawn, i live below Alpart warminster Dist, nothing over there is ghost town, Alpart however fix their roads from the company to gutters which is good

[@kennethmcintosh9606]

Oil is old news..renewable energy is the best investment an astute government will make for it's people.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Good point Kenneth

[@hotbiz123]

I don't want Jamaica to be an oil producer, this would be too dangerous for our environment. I would rather Jamaica concentrate on Logistic, and renewable!

[@maralena137123]

We should raise the money locally and do the drilling. It would be risking loosing US$40M if there is no oil, however if there is oil, the benefit would go to we in Jamaica.

[@freetheworld2671]

exactly by issuing bonds via purchase. Use the various lotto outlets to sell these bonds at a prise the public can afford, under monitoring of course

[@ahlyfemurphy3.168]

Well said mr Barton😂😂😂😂😂🤔

[@alphansoworth9775]

I absolutely agree great idea

[@trelawnny]

Great realistic points... money is not all and the damage that can be done to Jamaica's environment/people could be astronomical if this is not done right and there will be no excuses because there are too many experiences not to get right!

[@Matlock901]

cuba..guyana .and trinidad found oil in the sea..we believe oil is out the in the sea also. we need help to discover it

[@gracescott6265]

Appreciate this video!

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Glad you enjoyed it Grace!

[@Doffy-wq1yl]

better than prime time news a swear

[@andricasamuels9286]

You did well with this resource, thank you

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks Andrica! And thank you for watching.

[@normalegister3786]

Thankyou for this video. I have always wanted to find out more about oil exploration in jamaica but found information very patchy. I sincerely believe 🙏 that if jamaica found significant deposits of oil or gas ordinary people would benefit. Maybe I'm being optimistic or naive. Jamaica has for years been stangled by its debts, its only now seeing the benefit of a reduction with a lot of economic activity which has benefit the people. There is corruption on the island but no country in the world is without corruption it just depends on the level and jamaica is no way worst then some countries in the region. Trinidad has oil its people have benefited. Jamaica has strong institutions and some good laws. Its failure is it lacks consist implementation. I take your point about the damage to the marine environment. I don't know that much about the harmful affects of drilling to comment. When you know more please do a follow up video. Ps. I remember the mining minster hinted at some sort of major find in the cockpit country from a mining company last year any idea what that might be?

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

I love your optimism regarding this topic Norma. Will definitely see if I can do a follow up. Regarding the cockpit country have to do some more research on that.

[@normalegister3786]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs I'm passionate in wanting to see jamaica prosperous and not have to rely solely on tourism, remittance and bauxite. I want to see skilled talented jamaicans remain on the island. I want it to be a country people want to go to live and raise their families.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

As am I. But only if those new opportunities do more good than harm. We are a talented people and we have much more to offer the world.

[@michaelbrown2852]

I do not believe jamaica will benefit there person is mad or never live jamaica.

[@bambamakachampion1473]

The island will not benefit from oil and gas, the people will make short term income but have long term negative side effects. I have first hand knowledge of this. look deeper and you will find the real truth.

[@paulettegraham1984]

Well researched Tina as usual.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Appreciate that Paulette

[@riftvalleyking9545]

Do you really think the money generated will reach the average Jamaican making them wealthy like Nigeria or Dubi? It is nice to fantasize bit that oil will benefit Mr Chin the store owner but not Trevor in Lucea,Negril Waterhouse Mobay or Kingston. Peter Tosh said Africa is the richest place but its got the poorest race. True.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

I share some of your sentiments actually. Watch the video to the end to see my other thoughts. However, based on my research finding oil in Nigeria turned out to be a curse for most of the population. They are unfortunately plagued with corruption and poverty. Most of the revenue from oil is used by the government to pay debt etc, and doesn't trickle down to the poor. Dubai is oil rich, but oil revenue represents only a small portion of their GDP. I don't want to say this but I fear Jamaica may be more Nigeria than Dubai. Plus the environmental concerns 😟

[@krampusk5699]

Yea with our culture and mindset we definitely more of a Nigeria than abu dhabi

[@michaelbrown2852]

No it will not benefit the poor just like trinidad the poor will suffer only the rich benefit.

[@freetheworld2671]

Nigeria aint rich bloke most of the wealth is concentrated, Norway has the best model on how to use oil resource to transform a poor country; believe it or not Norway was pis poor in the mid 60s

[@riftvalleyking9545]

@@freetheworld2671 Noway may be wealthy But it has a horrible opiod epidemic and very high suicide rate. Nigeria is wealthier than many African countries and has the largest population of black people in the world followed surprisingly by Brazil.

[@gabirohwedder1688]

Very interesting and well researched Artsy👏👏👏

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks Gabi. Stay safe!

[@altheawhyte2328]

With the PM welcoming Nigerians, its more likely a crafty runnings for JMcn benefit

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Hmm 🤔

[@karlhenry2328]

The average Jamaican will benefit if commercial oil is discovered,drilled sold and government gets its cut of revenues. More revenues to government coffers means more to spend on social services and infrastructure projects…

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Hopefully...But it all depends on how most of that revenue will be spent. And if corruption will rear its ugly head. And once again pollution is another concern 😟

[@karlhenry2328]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs concerns are valid but if executed and managed properly with environmental protection in mind,this could be a game changer for our economy. Other countries like our neighbors Trinidad and Guyana have managed theirs so far very good.

[@RB-zj2iw]

Really. You need to wake up. Foreigners will destroy this island just for money.

[@blackchain1900]

@@karlhenry2328 Many islands and countries have "discovered" oil and gas. Name one that has a predominate brown/black population, where the people have benefitted significantly. Hell, Jamaicans have shown no true benefit from the resources they now have, i.e tourism. Jamaica is a puppet state run by foreign entities. You dont have to be Eisenstein to know this. Just saying something nebulous like "if its managed properly" while denigrating someone who points out the obvious flaws with that position, is quite lazy. Support your argument with examples of this happening in other countries like Jamaica. I will further support my position by citing one example . Nigeria. A country with one of the highest poverty rates in the world, while being one of the largest oil exporters. Want another? Venezuela. Want another? Trinidad.

[@karlhenry2328]

The proverbial axe you are grinding has been analyzed,debunked and thrown into the garbage heap of history! Most of the countries you mentioned are notorious for government corruption. Let’s take Nigeria for instance,things are not as cut and dry as you would have us believe,when colonial powers sliced up that country and pitted tribes against tribe,the effects of such actions are still having devastating consequences on that nation. Politicians at the helm oftentimes look out for the interest of their ancestral tribes first therefore neglecting the country as a whole. In summary,the wealth is not evenly distributed among the people. Now let’s talk Venezuela,even with the world’s largest oil reserves most Venezuelan are living hand to mouth,autocratic rule has been a total disaster. Much like Chavez,Maduro’s politics and policies are not only barbaric but archaic at best! Socialism like Communism only benefits the few at the top! Oligarchs paradise in short! To summarize,most oil rich state are notoriously corrupted,uneven wealth distribution and lack of free market conditions are sure fire ways to ruin the benefits that oil bring to the masses. The U.A.E is a great example of when government put oil revenues to good use and country first! Oil is not the problem,corruption,lack of good sincere leadership and bad deals from oil companies are all contributing factors that must be taken into consideration whenever you get on your soapbox! Even the great United States with all its natural resources,poverty abounds! No one type of governance is perfect but free market economies oftentimes perform much better than restricted ones!

[@pablocrvzz2985]

I appreciate the research 👍🏾

[@ransfordmesquita2315]

If the free movement of corruption is not curtailed Jamaica and Jamaicans will not see the benefits of oil finds and production. For that and the over promised and underachieved environmental correction, ‘I am out.’ Take your research to the bauxite industry; explain it’s economic impact. And, if the eternal negative environmental impact, the permanent loss of water tables and of flora/fauna is being addressed. Take what has been happening in this industry as the template for the possible future of the oil industry should there be finds.

[@patriciamatthews9390]

Congratulations Jamaica ❤️💯❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@shavonwilliams4292]

Really great work keep it up

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks Shavon. Will do.

[@youtubestreetz4201]

And if oil is found who will pay the people involved in almost 100 years of expense incurred in exploration?

[@lewistonsmith6179]

Good video excellent research

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Glad you think so!

[@maralena137123]

The present owners of the exploration permit needs US$30M to start drilling. The government could issue long term bonds to get the money to start drilling. If oil is found the bond holders should be compensated relatively to the profit made. If no oil, then Jamaica should consider the project a investment loss. Better yet, we could close down the JUTC and use the money that is used to subsidize that entity to drill the necessary oil wells.

[@patrickgeorge4195]

oil is in manchester Jamaica

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for adding to the discussion Louis

[@tremaineletts7743]

Jamaica have natural gas .I don’t remember the name of the place where it at but I know it’s at this little spring that people always go to with flames on the water top .the flames is there because natural gas is present in that area

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

I think I read that somewhere Tremaine

[@NURSEPAULINERN]

Thanks for sharing this interesting video 😊 I subscribed

[@jayrockstedy9890]

Jamaica will be waiting for a long time for any investors with that oil contract. Nowone will invest they wouldn't fall for that

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for joining the conversation Jay

[@sueyen1745]

The Jamaican government , current and previous) have betrayed the trust of the Jamaicans for years. I don't believe that the majority of Jamaicans would benefit if oil was found in Jamaica and just like with bauxite where the country nor the people don't really benefit, the same thing will happen here. Furthermore, we are too close to USA ( the big oil guzzler) to escape its unwanted attention if oil is found. We need to look to other possible resources. Also aren't there talks now about finding other sources of energy?

[@G11713]

Solar, Wind, Geothermal, Tidal, and Wave power is far better financially since once established they work perpetually with maintenance that may even become somewhat automated.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for adding to the conversation G11713 (interesting name)

[@progamerdude712]

Go Jamaica, yes we need all the investments so Jamaica people can get work fi do. Its all about di work, we need work.

[@Ahuuakh-Amerindian]

GRATITUDE..... ⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@mykhalfury]

There is oil in St James Montego Bay where I use to live. There was a certain spot near to the Dome I always see oil mixed with water, so Iasked My mother; why is oil in the puddles of water when it rains? She answered and said there was a drill for oil at that spot but the oil was mixed with water so they stopped the drilling. Even when I migrated to the States in the late 90s oil was still coming up from the ground at that spot especially when it rains. It is not in a popular public area plus sometimes residents used the spot as a garbage dump, so it is out of mind what had been found there. The spot was too close to the young and fragile tourist industry. Maybe the reason the drilling did not continue. There were also some nocturnal people short in stature and of brown skin colour and red haired who lived under the ground close by so maybe they did not want to damage their homes even though they sealed the entrances with concrete to stop them. They were accused of theft and abduction while the we slept at nights.

[@NarutoUzumaki-jr2hz]

Abductions?

[@MB-kw6bu]

Say what now? Ppl lived under the ground? I would love to hear more about this....do you know anything else ab ou ut them?? Who are these ppl???

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Mykhal! Yuh can't seh all a dat and den disappear pan wi. Which people yuh a talk about? We all want to know. 😁

[@mykhalfury]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs I am still here. I just dont feel up to this there is nothing in giving away this info for me. However I can give you ints to follow. Back in the day dem use to call dem duppy... Have you ever heard the story of the Annie Palmer: While Witch of Rose Hall? There was necromancer who came to Montego Bay to find her treasures hoping to resurrect her and ask her where to find it, late '70es or early '80es you can research it the stories can be very connected if you have the patience to dig deep enough. She used the underground passages to reach and exit close to Samsharpe Square before her slaves could make it on foot walking on the then shorelines to the plantation. This drove fear into the slaves and made her seem invincible Montego Bay is full of underground caverns and passages and there you find the dwelling place of those people. They call them "Hooping Boys" because of their short stature and the hooping sound they make when communicating. So if you can find the entrance to the underground caverns you might find other things. The entrance I know is sealed with concrete and the is a concrete stairway close beside it that is also sealed off. Growing up we had an idea where the witches treasures might be, but was too scared to venture into those caverns because of the fear of those little people who were illusive and skillfull using whips in those days. Dam I should write a book. If the necromancer had come our district we or I would have told him where to go if he was willing to pay. The necromancer quest was spectacular which attracted the news media from far and whide. So if you want to know more do your research. You might be able to find one of the entrances and go under ground if you are brave enough. Although the last place I heard those people were spotted was in St Elizabeth. GOOD LUCK?

[@patriot8767]

Great job of reporting

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thank you Patriot

[@wadew4091]

Here's the thing....when Jamaica gained independence in 1962, the prime minister of Singapore, Lee Kuan Yew, visited Jamaica to observe and learn from Jamaica’s self-rule. Lee Kuan Yew sought advice from the Jamaican government and copied their economic model. There after Singapore gained independence in 1965. Here we are years later since Jamaica and Singapore made those steps towards self-government, that first step for Singapore ended up being a economic success while Jamaica can't say the same. Maybe government officials need to visit Singapore and study their models with regard to growing and sustaining the economy.

[@kirklandbanton1535]

Thank u for making me aware

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

You're most welcome Kirkland

[@nicholas7888]

Excellent blog!!

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks Nicholas

[@gregggreen8659]

Thanx for this info

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

You're most welcome Gregg. Thanks for watching

[@gregggreen8659]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs great 👍

[@Headonwriter]

Even if they find oil in Jamaica, Jamaicans won't benefit much from it. Look at the results from Bauxite and cane. Those are two products that could have made Jamaicans rich but it's foreigners that are reaping it.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for joining the conversation Blessed

[@Headonwriter]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs You're welcome

[@keithfrancis747]

It's either the oil or the beaches to which the tourist gravitate to

[@gregggreen8659]

Yes most definitely well said

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Sorry?

[@Royalfaction]

Blessings 💪🏿💚🙏🏿

[@fitzhenry255]

Oil been found n drilled here will not help the mass of the country but the top 1% as per usual. Ganja is legalized n look clearly who's benefitting. This place will only be more corrupt. Mark ma word.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for sharing Fitz

[@Matlock901]

Guyana and Cuba find oil Guyana is now benefits from it.as long as it is done in a responsible way then its ok

[@nigeljohnson6444]

If the "average" Jamaican is working in the industry at any level then they will benefit unless you are implying we should give the money away.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

True Nigel, but there are levels to it: Measly income, Livable income, Substantial gain And then those that will earn most of the of the profit. Where does the average Jamaican fall on that scale? 🤔 And what of the negative effects of oil drilling...

[@nigeljohnson6444]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs I understand you but remember in business, who invest the most gets the most return. Food for thought.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

And that's fine as long as the government gets the most and spends that money on the people. Otherwise there is not much benefit. And if there is not much benefit it's not worth destroying the environment.

[@michaelbrown2852]

Not going to happen jamaica government steal it. The government in Jamaica is too corrupt the poor will suffer even more.

[@brandonhamilton8871]

Why does it seem like Jamaica don’t produce oil. A simple google search will show we do produce oil but not sufficient enough amounts to be a Dubai

[@masterix6]

Do exposes on the industrialization of Jamaica - From the water wheel in Trelawny - Martha brae river down to the sugar companies. Do studies on the underground water systems of Jamaica in the limestone regions. Check the Natural History Society. There are tons of subjects you can explore. Continue Digging

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for the suggestions masterix6 will add them to my list.

[@tarrelwint8731]

Yes & no.. in response of learning something new. I’d suggest you scan some US government websites and look deeper into activity north west of Montego Bay… The topic was brought up when I had a conversation with some1 connected in the sector etc and was laughed to scorn when I brought up the (fact) of the last time drilling happened supposedly.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Please share 🙏 or guide me to a website. The first time I saw that date was actually on Walton-Morant's website 🤔. Interested to know what else is going on.

[@hyacinthjarrett8637]

Duabi of course, on a whole Jamaicansand the Caribbean ss a whole are used to living with mining i.e Bauxite and Cement, We don't tolerate troublesome outsiders meddling.

[@blesstrue8544]

US virgin doesnt drill oil but is one of the world's successful oil refiner.

[@jessepeterfenton3973]

A very interesting Post in an Important Topic. I am a fool to Hope that jamaicas gov. will hav Jamaica (People, Environment,Land) at the top of their Minds.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for watching Jesse!

[@jessepeterfenton3973]

Its us the viewers who have to thank u for your effort and Research to be able to Deliver a Well produced Post thank u 👍🏽

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Bless you 🙏

[@walkinginthepowerofgod747]

If oil is found there will be more parties and jerk pork and man eat food. Look at holness control the road contract and the bauxite with the Chinese

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

May very well be true

[@sarah.sonninem]

Dats all yall want? You sound like an idiot

[@donovanphillips4973]

Interesting

[@jhavelle221]

I think oil is in clarendon salt river

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Really? Why do you think so?

[@roystonfender1053]

What God hath provided let no man reject.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

But let us also protect

[@blackchain1900]

That is a very childish perspective.

[@dennisfowler7873]

I pray to GOD they’ll just pack up now and call it a lost…

[@ryanwarlord6731]

Could be the next Venezuela also

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Yup

[@joycemurray7380]

👍💚💛♥👍love you jamaica 💚💛♥

[@dspaitech3315]

As someone who has worked in the oil industry, I will say that oil will be the death of Jamaica's clean beaches and environment. Check out Nigeria's delta region. It's an environmental disaster.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

An unfortunate possibility. Thanks for adding to the discussion Dspai.

[@dj_siri5670]

Jamaica would totaly end up like Nigeria I have learn that Nigeria drill billion of us dollars worth of oil and look at Nigeria people are suffering (SAME THING WILL HAPPEN TO JAMAICA)

[@bewise8180]

Government of Jamaica make sure you are the one in control of this oil and don't let the American no where near this oil because they criminal

[@2mac233]

🇰🇳#869🌴 Locked Ein 🇯🇲

[@TheCommentBoxxx]

thank u

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@sylvanwynter2672]

👊🤛✊🏾🤛👊

[@gabbyeden5741]

We don't need it because of the potential negative effects on the ecosystem etc.. I hope they don't find any.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

I hope they will be doing an Environmental Impact Assessment and will implement effective oversight.

[@yankingtv8710]

You really don’t want progress we need more to build our economy we don’t need tourism alone besides I don’t like the fact that we of to depend on tourism as major part of Jamaica’s income only a spill would cause marine damage as it relates to atmosphere it’s only one atmosphere and pollution travels so if we don’t do ourselves other countries will, I would like for them to find oil however a bad deal can occur based on percentage it’s very difficult to negotiate things like that for example we do not own a rig we do not have trained qualified and experienced people to do the drilling and operate all the equipments and to control of there is ever a spill so most of the percentage would go to the company who owns the rig Where we may not able to benefit from it with its full potential what our government need to do is sponsor some smart students who are interested and passionate about geography and oil exploration send them to study and get full training and work for at least ten years there then our government could invest in the probe for exploration of the probe images gives an indication that there is oil it could be pre drilled to verify then our government could purchase one or credit this way most of the percentage would come to us this is the problem we are facing, when foreigners of to do the mining or drilling very few benefits to Jamaica our culture of to change in order to be a wealthy and progressive country

[@xzing7]

You must be mad that we are no longer in chains

[@sueyen1745]

I am with you Gabby. I hope they don't find it.

[@sueyen1745]

​@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs This is Jamaica. I doubt any of that will take place.

[@kernj6454]

As long as you all do not copy Trinidad or Nigeria . Please if you could follow Dubai and care about your people.... Right now Tobago wants to leave Trinidad bad

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for the comment Kerne. Sad to read

[@mikejohnson3601]

So don't we have a refinery

[@jesnandrew6104]

Yes we do

[@masterix6]

This woman seems investigative and on a mission to uncover the past. I am going to subscribe!!!!!! I hope she continues to uncover articles of interest and architecture. When the powers that be begin to use character names from James Bond films something is up. Jamaica has OIL

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for subscribing. Please suggest some topics you'd be interested in seeing.

[@masterix6]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs This might be a hard one. My father died 2013. He was from Lindos Gap Constitution Hill in St. Andrew. He said there were mines in the hills of St. Andrew - Copper Mines. These mines of course had tunnels and the tunnels were used by travellers giong into town like market people. After a time they market people were being robbed as they returned in the evenings from their selling. This story it seems was passed down to him from his parents. He was born 1936. I dont know what you can find from this.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Interesting. What kind of mines?

[@jopeart914]

No good just remember Venezuela.Poor people never benefits.No No

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for your comment Jo

[@rhealrock6735]

America have to get their share

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for your comment

[@micmontele9520]

Says the guy living in Emerica. ... oh are money worth more 😒 hmmm

[@truthandjustice7219]

I praying to God they don't find oil in Jamaica. One the thieving politicians would line there packet and next Jamaica would draw too much attentions. Any country that have oil always into problems with the USA.. I just see my typo..

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

That's the concern of many

[@garyhaye9810]

That would be the worst thing for jamaica

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for commenting Gary

[@chocolatequeen5953]

All that was human greed ! I bet those holes are still there and one day will come back to haunt them ! 🤔

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Hi Chocolate. I hope not

[@chocolatequeen5953]

@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs I doubt if they close those holes back up ! They didn’t find no oil so their greedy ass ,was probably upset and didn’t want to spent the money ,to close those holes back up ! Don’t you see all the carelessness that goes on through out the world , all because of greed ! 😡

[@denniscarparts2294]

The oil 🛢 is in the ground for a reason, uno need to leave Jamaica 🇯🇲 alone. It's the drilling of oil in the ocean that is causing all these earthquakes. It's common sense if they pump out the oil it will leave a big void in the earth that will need to be filled.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

I've seen some studies/articles that there is a link. Need to do more research.

[@chriscameron8285]

Nuff oil deh backroad them can go exploited around deh.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Where is that Jonny?

[@greglogan8880]

Nigeria

[@curtd5153]

Would the average Jamaican benefit from this venture? No.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for your comment Curt

[@micowilliams9084]

Only a mek more earthquake come to wi island,🙈🇯🇲

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Oh Lord. I hope not

[@hughmulls8439]

The market is no good rite now for oil

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for you comment Hugh

[@RB-zj2iw]

Hopefully, they won't find anything. If they do Jamaica will be manipulated by superpowers and of course the people in Jamaica won't benefit from it.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for joining the discussion Rb

[@daggerin4life726]

G🇬🇾U🇬🇾Y🇬🇾A🇬🇾N🇬🇾A 🇬🇾 is the Dubai of the Carribean.. Goodluck to yall tho

[@carltonmurdock304]

We will be the next Venezuela with the biggest oil reserve and living on the edge.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for commenting Carlton

[@blesstrue8544]

Stop predicting negativity.

[@unclemony5939]

Stop lusting after other countries with oil, and their vast wealth. Keep your beaches, and your poverty and crime. If oil is found in Jamaica let them drill, if the people will not benefit, forget it.

[@marlonb7500]

Why can't Jamaica be the new Jamaica?

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Hi Marlon what does the new Jamaica look like?

[@negus7984]

Not one black nation who have or any valuable resource has been able to benefit, the US and NATO would depopulate the place by any means ie with or without its people and take it all except for menial jobs. Get real, until we have a big military pray we don’t find any.

[@unclemony5939]

Of all the Black people in this world, Jamaicans are the fiercest. If oil is found (in commercial quantities) let them try and steel it. The whole country would be engulfed in WAR.

[@DELTAFORCE3]

You not going to find it

[@nigeljames9727]

United oil and gas they are struggling right now they are some financial difficulty that company is poorly manage.they should lose there drilling license.

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Oh really? I've been wondering why they're taking so long 😕

[@oralacampbell6017]

​@@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogsThey are currently seeking partners to drill and confirm the 7 billion or more barrels of oil 🛢️

[@raymonddunkley3275]

Coward and dishonest politician , in Cuba the first Oil drilling

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Interesting

[@cmartin5903]

I see that Jamaican government holds only 20% of the stakes! Definitely has not given any reason to return to the country. I hope that they use it to expand the economy. The youths are so hungry and desperate that they are becoming more and more monsterous.

[@michaeledwards3578]

Oil no dey ya

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for your comment

[@aaronbrown2651]

If this is true Jamaica and Jamaican will not benefit from it

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Thanks for commenting Aaron.

[@mustaphardennice9649]

Plural of foot is feet! There's nothing like feets😊

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

Hi Mustaphor. Thanks for the comment. I'm quite aware of that, which left me wondering at which point I said feets ( though anything is possible when recording a script because you have to read it so many times 😅) but I checked the video and I didn't say feets...I said feet. I had to buck the video to confirm lol. Good looking out though 👌

[@mustaphardennice9649]

I thought you'd be mad at me for correcting you! Anyway I'm very impressed with your reply ☺️ At 1:38 I heard feets or maybe your pronunciation sounds different☺️

[@ArtsyIslandGirlJamaicanVlogs]

@@mustaphardennice9649 OH my, why would I be? Anyone can make a mistake and let me tell you sometimes I have to reread 100s of times because I keep saying everything else but what is in the script lol 😆 😅. Plus you weren't mean about it.

[@glenoneill3950]

3rd world to 1st world......it is done !

[@micmontele9520]

Ya the way they keep workin Emerica 💯

[@tarik4684]

Noooooooooooooooooooooooo