By Saskia Warrick Preparatory works are currently underway to facilitate the connection of the 36 Megawatts Power Ship, expected to arrive on May 1 and become operational by May 8. GPL has initiated efforts to swiftly integrate the vessel into the national grid. The transmission line setup involves three key sections: the eastern segment of […]
By Tracy Ramalho Attorney General Anil Nandlall has highlighted the government’s efforts to ensure that citizens benefit from Guyana’s oil wealth, despite constraints imposed by the current Production Sharing Agreement (PSA). Nandlall criticized the negotiation process of the agreement by the previous coalition government during an interview over the weekend. According to Nandlall, the 2016 […]
By Josiah Williams Despite some delays attributed to private contractors, General Secretary of the PPP, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, assures Guyanese that the Gas-to-Energy project remains on schedule for its 2025 completion deadline. The Gas-to-Energy project, slated for completion by the end of 2025, promises significant benefits for the country, according to Dr. Jagdeo’s reassurances at […]
By Josiah Williams In response to the persistent power outages affecting Guyana, the government, led by General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has unveiled a comprehensive plan to tackle the issue head-on. During a press conference at Freedom House, Robb Street, Dr. Jagdeo addressed the pressing concerns facing citizens and businesses […]
By Nakasia Logan Prime Minister Mark Phillips recently visited the Guyana Power and Light’s (GPL’s) sub-station in Columbia, East Coast Demerara, where he announced plans to install three additional generators. These generators are part of a US$27 million government-funded project aimed at enhancing GPL’s capacity. The project includes the installation of a total of 17 […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan President Dr. Irfaan Ali has staunchly defended Guyana’s utilization of its oil and gas resources for national development during a rigorous interview on BBC’s “Hard Talk” with host Stephen Sackur. Sackur raised concerns over the potential environmental impact of Guyana’s burgeoning oil industry, noting the estimated two billion tonnes of carbon emissions […]
By Saskia Warrick Guyana Power & Light (GPL) Inc. is set to receive support from the InterEnergy Group, a company based in the Dominican Republic, to bolster its electricity systems. Through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), GPL and InterEnergy Group will engage in discussions to explore potential areas for collaboration and development […]
By Samuel Gillis Today, a significant step toward Guyana’s renewable energy goals was taken as a contract was inked to kick start the US$83.3 million Guyana Utility Scale Solar Photovoltaic Programme (GUYSOL). At the Office of the Prime Minister, a consortium of Chinese companies known as SUMEC and Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) signed […]
By Saskia Warrick Guyanese had the opportunity to engage with industry experts in electric vehicles (EVs) during the Guyana Energy Agency’s (GEA) inaugural ‘EV Show & Tell Exhibition.’ The event aimed to raise awareness about Guyana’s transition to a low-carbon and sustainable transportation sector. Prime Minister Mark Phillips, a leading advocate for the development and […]
By Samuel Gillis Exxon Mobil recently organized an open-door event aimed at explaining the safety considerations associated with the construction of a gas pipeline on the west side of Guyana. Held at the Aracari Resort, the event targeted neighboring communities to the Gas-to-Shore project. Friedrich Krispin, ExxonMobil’s Gas to Shore Manager, emphasized the importance of […]