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Sir Paul Collier Endorses Guyana’s Oil Management and Infrastructure Investments

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, […]

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Minister Bharrat Discusses Global Energy Transition at Energy Conference

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 […]

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VP Jagdeo Confident in Guyana’s Oil & Gas Sector Amid Global Challenges

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 […]

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Guyana Energy Conference Opens with Key Proposal for Regional Energy Security

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 […]

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GEA Teams Up with UNDP, BIT to Advance Electric Transportation in Guyana

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 […]

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Energy Conference Exhibition Opens with Strong Business Participation

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 […]

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Government Incentives Fuel Steady Increase in Guyanese Remigration

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 […]

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ExxonMobil Submits Environmental Authorization for Longtail Oil Development Project

By Saskia WarrickFebruary 12, 2025 ExxonMobil Guyana has filed an environmental authorization application for its eighth offshore oil development, the Longtail project. This marks another significant milestone in the expansion of Guyana’s energy sector. The Longtail project, which involves both oil and non-associated gas resources, is poised to be a major development. ExxonMobil anticipates a […]

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Guyana Energy Conference 2025 Set to Expand Industry Conversations

By Delicia Janneire | February 11, 2025 With less than a week to go, the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo 2025 is set to open, bringing together stakeholders, legislators, and business executives for four days of discussions on advancements in the oil and gas sector. President Dr. Irfaan Ali has described this year’s […]

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Guyana’s Gas-to-Energy Project to Expand Downstream Industries

By Saskia WarrickFebruary 11, 2025 The government is advancing efforts to expand Guyana’s downstream industries through the Gas-to-Energy (GTE) project, with a focus on local and regional investment, industrial development, and new export markets. The initiative aims to lower production costs, create new industries, and strengthen Guyana’s position as an energy supplier. As the project […]

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