By Delicia Janneire John Applewhite-Hercules, a local geologist with extensive experience in the mining sector, has initiated a groundbreaking endeavor to support small-scale miners in Guyana. His newly launched consultancy and training company, Artisanal Small Gold Miners Guyana (ASGM), aims to provide technological expertise and training to enhance the operations of small miners. ASGM seeks […]
General Secretary of the PPP, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has reiterated the government’s commitment to utilizing revenues from the oil sector to uplift various sectors of Guyana’s economy and enhance the well-being of its citizens. Responding to criticisms regarding the country’s management of oil resources, Dr. Jagdeo emphasized the importance of investments aimed at addressing inequalities […]
President Irfaan Ali has emphasized the pivotal role of the upcoming 2024 Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Exposition in driving further investment across various sectors of the local economy. In a recent appearance on the Energy Perspectives Podcast, the Head of State discussed the significance of this annual event and its potential impact on […]
The Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo is set to take place from February 19–22, 2024, with participation from over 21 countries. The event, which marks its third installment, will not only focus on the energy sector but will also cover 19 other sectors, providing diverse opportunities for discussions and collaborations. Kurt Baboolall, the […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has outlined key policy priorities for Guyana’s oil and gas sector in 2024, emphasizing a commitment to robust monitoring and contract compliance. Speaking at a recent press conference at the Office of the President, Dr. Jagdeo highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to regulate the expanding oil and gas industry. Since […]
The Guyanese government, in collaboration with private sector entities, is implementing a series of measures aimed at boosting gold and bauxite mining. According to Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat, the government is confident that these interventions will lead to increased production in these crucial sectors. In the 2023 budget report, a notable 11% reduction […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has responded to efforts aimed at blocking the US EXIM Bank’s funding for the Gas-to-Energy project in Guyana. The country had sought a US$646 million loan from the US EXIM Bank to finance the project, which involves constructing an integrated natural gas liquid plant. International lawyer and activist Melinda Janki […]
In a significant move aimed at lowering electricity costs and meeting the country’s growing energy needs, Guyana’s Budget 2024 allocates a substantial $80 billion for the advancement of the Wales Gas-to-Energy project. Finance Minister Dr. Ashni Singh emphasizes the transformative nature of this project, asserting its place as the single most impactful initiative in Guyana’s […]
Preparations are in full swing for the upcoming Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo 2024, scheduled for next month. Public Works Minister Juan Edghill emphasized that the event aims to provide all Guyanese with an opportunity to engage in the energy sector. During a discussion on ‘Energy Perspectives,’ Minister Edghill encouraged local small and […]
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo announced that the Guyanese government is exploring the possibility of developing an additional energy project alongside the gas-to-shore initiative. This move is driven by the anticipated surge in energy demand, particularly from the construction of factories and hotels, among other developments. As the government finalizes the gas strategy to ensure […]