NOTIFICATION OF CONTRACT AWARDDesign, Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 16.84km of 13.8kV Transmission line & Communication Infrastructure to Connect Kumu and Moco Moco Hydropower Plant to Lethem Power Companyโs (LPC) Grid…
The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) is set to host its signature Electric Vehicle (EV) Show and Tell Exhibition on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the University of Guyana Berbice (Tain) Campus from 10:00AM to 1:00PM and admission to the event is free. This exhibition aims to promote electromobility and encourage the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. By showcasing the latest electric vehicle technologies, it will provide an educational and interactive platform for EV auto dealers, owners, users,…
As the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) continues to carry out its regional solar photovoltaic (PV) system installation, repair and maintenance exercise, the Kopinang primary and nursery schools in the North Pakaraima, Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) were recently connected to a new solar PV system. The exercise entailed the installation of a 6kWp (kilowatt โpeakโ) solar PV system and a 28.8KWh (kilowatt per hour) battery storage system at the main building of the primary school. Meanwhile, two adjacent buildings comprising another section…
In pursuit of promoting cleaner transport through the growth of electric mobility and increased awareness on the benefits of transitioning to electric vehicles, the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) hosted its first ‘EV Show and Tell’ Exhibition on Saturday, March 23, at the Amazonia Mall in Providence. The exhibition provided a platform for patrons to experience the EVs in the country and engage with autodealers, such as Massy Motors Guyana Ltd. that showcased a new line of MG Motor UK Ltd.…
Massive expansion of energy sector ongoing, solar PV installed capacity increased by 6.661 megawatts with thousands benefitting from renewable energy projects 26,398 solar home systems distributed 21 solar mini-grids installed Six (6) electric vehicle charging stations installed for public use; free charging until March 2024 (Georgetown) February 05, 2024 โ The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) has recorded notable milestones from energy projects undertaken in 2023 as Guyana pursues important steps to decouple economic growth from using fossil fuels for electricity…
(Georgetown, March 08, 2024) – On this occasion of International Womenโs Day, the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) recognizes the contributions, accomplishments and progress of the phenomenal and hard-working women in its workforce who are helping the Agency to spark change in renewable energy transition, climate change mitigation and low-carbon development. The theme for this yearโs IWD observance, โInvest in Women: Accelerate Progressโ, aptly embodies gender equality and diversity in its leadership, decision-making and learning spaces practiced at the GEA. Presently,…
Clean energy plays a pivotal role in Guyanaโs energy transformation and long-term sustainability goals. It is fundamental to our environmental, social, economic, and human development, and our everyday life depends on access to energy sources across all sectors of our society. The Government of Guyana has adopted robust policies, cost-effective technologies and energy-efficient solutions with the aim of providing Guyanese with equitable and affordable access to clean and renewable energy while reducing the use of imported fossil fuels countrywide. These…
Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips recently commissioned two solar mini-photovoltaic (PV) farms at Aishalton and Karaudarnau in Deep South Rupununi, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo). He noted that the projects were not only about electrification but about shared prosperity and the overall enhancement of the Hinterland. The Prime Minister, who holds responsibility for the nationโs energy sector, told residents at Aishalton that the Government is dedicated to equitable development for all Guyanese and will continue to design and implement…
Georgetown, December 20, 2023: The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) has installed six (6) electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for public use. In keeping with the Low Carbon Development Strategy 2030, the Government of Guyana aims to foster the development of an electric vehicle industry to substitute fossil fuels with electricity. The key to this transition lies in developing a robust infrastructure that can locally support electric vehicle charging. In support of this policy objective, charging stations have been installed at…
ย ย ย ย ย – 22 students and 4 teachers benefit from renewable energy (Georgetown) January 19, 2024 โ In keeping with its mandate to provide reliable and sustainable energy solutions for all Guyanese, the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) conducted the installation of a new 3.3kWp solar photovoltaic (PV) system on Wednesday at the Low Wood Primary School, located along the Demerara River. The total system cost was G$3.5M. The 2-day installation exercise began on January 15 and ended January 17, 2024. Following…