Biogas filling stations should become a reality in Barbados in two years. The revelation came from UWI Scientist Dr. Nigel Henry, as development continues with the creation of the first renewable energy vehicle to be introduced to Barbados. He said the development has moved into its pilot stage and tells the Business Report it is a result of extensive research by scientists at the UWI Cave Hill Campus in collaboration with Rum and Sargassum Incorporated and Supernova Lab of Future Barbados. Dr. Henry says the new fuel will eventually be used for all classes of vehicles and fits in with Government’s green-friendly initiative.

A minor earthquake was recorded off Barbados last night. The 3.6 quake struck at 8:11 p.m. According to the Seismic Research Centre of the University of the West Indies, it was located 135 kilometres north-northwest of Bridgetown and 114 kilometres east-northeast of St. Lucia. It struck at a depth of 10 kilometres.

Here is today’s weather forecast according to the Barbados Meteorological Services. Weather Forecasts Today From 6:00 a.m. Synopsis: Localised activity will be affecting the island. General Forecast: Mix of sunshine and clouds with a few brief scattered light to moderate showers mainly over western and some northwestern districts. Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Synopsis: A weak ridge pattern will be dominant across the island. General Forecast: Mix of clear skies and clouds with a few scattered light to moderate showers. Wind Forecasts Today From 6:00 a.m. Gentle easterly to east-southeasterly breeze from 20 to 30 km/h (12 to 19 mph). Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Gentle easterly breeze at around 20 km/h (12 mph). Marine Forecasts Today From 6:00 a.m. Smooth to moderate in open water with swells ranging from 1.0 to 1.5 metres (3 to 5 ft) and increasing. Expect a light chop along the west coast. Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Smooth to moderate in open water with northerly swells ranging from 1.0 to 1.5 metres (3 to 5 ft). Expect a light chop along the west coast. Tides, Sunrise & Sunset High Tide (First) –:– High tide (Second) 1:28 p.m. Low Tide (First) 6:44 a.m. Low tide (Second) 6:43 p.m. Sunrise 5:47 a.m. Sunset 5:51 p.m.