By Kimberly GiddingsFebruary 21, 2025 Siemens Energy has been identified as the preferred company to manage and operate the power plant component of Guyana’s Gas-to-Energy (GTE) project in Wales. This follows the government’s Request for Proposals launched in 2024. Three companies—Siemens Energy of Germany, CH4 Systems of Puerto Rico, and Ethos Energy of Texas, USA—expressed […]
By Delicia JanneireFebruary 21, 2025 On the fourth day of the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo engaged with young professionals, high school students, and university attendees in a youth forum focused on national development and opportunities in the oil and gas industry. The event, attended by hundreds of […]
By Celestine ChaconFebruary 21, 2025 The government remains committed to the completion of the Gas-to-Energy (GTE) project despite ongoing challenges, including arbitration disputes and equipment delivery delays. At his weekly press conference on Thursday, PPP General Secretary and Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo acknowledged that while the project has experienced setbacks, efforts are being made […]
By Saskia WarrickFebruary 20, 2025 Prominent British economist, Sir Paul Collier, has expressed strong support for Guyana’s approach to managing its oil wealth, infrastructure investment, and long-term economic planning. Speaking at the ongoing Energy Conference, Collier described the government’s strategy of leveraging oil revenues for critical infrastructure development as a “sensible approach.” In his comments, […]
By Saskia WarrickFebruary 19, 2025 GEORGETOWN, GUYANA – On Day Two of the Energy Conference, Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, spoke on the world’s shift toward renewable energy and outlined Guyana’s efforts to accelerate this transition. He emphasized that the focus should be on reducing the demand for fossil fuels rather than simply limiting […]
February 19, 2025 GEORGETOWN, GUYANA – Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo expressed strong confidence in the continued growth of Guyana’s oil and gas sector during the first day of the energy conference. Addressing concerns about global challenges, including the potential for oversupply in the global oil market, Dr. Jagdeo reassured the audience that the demand […]
By Saskia WarrickFebruary 18, 2025 The fourth edition of the Guyana Energy Conference kicked off this morning under the theme, “Connecting the Dots: Integrating the Future.” President Dr. Irfaan Ali delivered the feature address, emphasizing the importance of partnerships and investments in driving prosperity for Guyana and the wider region. In his address, President Ali […]
By Delicia JanneireFebruary 18, 2025 The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) and the Board of Industrial Training (BIT), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), have launched a Just Energy Transition Seed Funding initiative valued at US$250,000. The program, introduced at the UN House in Georgetown, aims to expand the country’s electric transportation sector […]
By Delicia JanneireFebruary 18, 2025 The highly anticipated Energy Conference and Exhibition opened today, with over 190 local, regional, and international businesses showcasing their products and services. Participants expressed optimism about forming key partnerships with local enterprises, particularly in the oil and gas sector. The exhibition features companies from various industries, including those focused on […]
By Saskia WarrickFebruary 12, 2025 The number of Guyanese returning home has been steadily rising, with many being drawn back by government incentives that ease their transition and encourage contributions to the country’s development. According to Rosalinda Rasul, the head of the Diaspora Unit, the remigration numbers have more than doubled in the past five […]
