Guyana Energy Agency

08/09/2026

𝗦𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆’𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆

The St Mary’s Quarry Primary and Nursery School in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) is now benefitting from a 4.950 kilowatt-peak (kWp) solar photovoltaic (PV) system, along with a 28.8 kilowatt-hour (kWh), battery energy storage system (BESS), installed by the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) at the building that facilitates both the primary and nursery sections. The installation was completed by GEA Technicians/Electricians, Christopher Hodge and Shamica Isaacs.

A total of 32 primary school pupils, six nursery school pupils, four teachers, a cook, a cleaner, and four security guards are now benefitting from the new renewable energy installation. The system is providing the facility with a more sustainable and reliable source of electricity, supporting teaching and learning activities in the classrooms and enhancing other school-related activities throughout the day.

The installation reflects the Government of Guyana’s commitment, through the GEA, to expanding renewable energy solutions and improving access to sustainable energy, particularly in Hinterland and riverine communities that are not connected to the utility grid.

01/09/2026

READ 🇬🇾 | “The Government is moving to strengthen safety requirements for cylinders and their regulators, while also ensuring that these products are safely transported and stored…”

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The Government is moving to strengthen safety requirements for cylinders and their regulators, while also ensuring that these products are safely transported and stored. Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Susan Rodrigues said the Government acted after the incidents by convening a committee....

01/09/2026

𝗚𝗘𝗔 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗣𝗚 𝗖𝘆𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗸 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

– LPG operators urged to assess operations and ensure compliance with Safety Standard, as part of national efforts to build capacity across the sector

The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA), in collaboration with the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS), Guyana Fire Service (GFS), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the three LPG bottling companies: Guygas, Massy Gas Products and Sol Guyana, recently concluded its LPG Cylinder Bulk Transportation Safety Training.

The sessions, conducted on August 5, 12 and 19, 2026, comprised LPG bottlers, wholesalers, retailers, transporters, and other licensed operators. It focused on reviewing the GYS 264:2025 – Specification for LPG Cylinder and its Storage, Handling and Transportation, assessing the requirements applicable to different operations, and identifying the necessary steps to ensure continued compliance.

The training aims to strengthen oversight of the LPG sector by equipping persons involved in the transportation of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly known as cooking gas, with the knowledge and skills required to reinforce compliance with the Standard, and regulatory requirements governing the LPG supply chain, particularly those activities that fall within the GEA’s licensing mandate under the Petroleum and Petroleum Products Regulations 2024.

During the training, presentations delivered by the GNBS, GEA, GFS, and LPG bottling companies covered key areas of LPG safety, including the properties and hazards of LPG, fire and explosion risks, inspection of cylinders prior to transportation, the safe handling and transportation of cylinders in bulk quantities. Discussions also addressed the proper handling of damaged, leaking or defective cylinders, leak detection and initial response procedures, as well as fire prevention and emergency response measures.

Additionally, facilitators emphasised the importance of identifying operational challenges and gaps in existing practices to further strengthen safety across the LPG supply and distribution chain.

The GEA recognises that industry-level compliance with the Standard, coupled with consumer education and awareness, is essential to reducing accidents involving LPG cylinders. Therefore, the Agency is also advancing several initiatives to strengthen safety and compliance and public education across the LPG sector. These include quarterly inspections of bottling company facilities to assess cylinder-filling procedures against the requirements of the Standard, regular testing of cylinders at retail sites to identify leaks before cylinders are sold, and the dissemination of critical safety information to licensed LPG retailers and bulk transporters.

While the GEA’s legislative mandate does not extend to the enforcement of domestic-related provisions of the GYS 264 Standard, the Agency will continue to undertake public awareness initiatives aimed at educating consumers on the safe storage, handling, and use of LPG cylinders and associated equipment in the home.

The GEA exercises regulatory and licensing oversight over LPG-related activities, including the importation, bottling, bulk transportation, and sale, and has incorporated the relevant requirements of the Standard into its licensing and compliance operations. The Agency is currently reviewing the existing regulatory framework to determine whether any amendments or additional requirements are needed to support the implementation of the applicable provisions of the Standard.

Moreover, the GEA will continue to collaborate with the GNBS, GFS, EPA, and other relevant stakeholders to strengthen safety and compliance throughout the local LPG sector. These efforts will focus on the effective implementation of the applicable Standards, coordinated enforcement actions within the respective mandates of the agencies, and continued public education to promote the safe handling, storage, transportation, and use of LPG.

For more information, visit https://gea.gov.gy/ or email [email protected]

31/08/2026

WATCH 🎥🇬🇾 | Rosamund Benn, Owner of Pomeroon Rose Products, was delighted to share how the Solar Home Energy System has benefitted her, particularly by providing reliable lighting.

31/08/2026

Staff members of the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) attended a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training session, last Friday, hosted by the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) at the Agency’s office.

The training aimed to provide insights into the core concepts of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), highlighting their role in fostering a respectful, inclusive, and productive work environment, as well as various strategies for promoting DEI in the workplace.

Additionally, participants had the opportunity to learn more about the ERC’s mandate and constitutional functions, including its responsibility to “foster a sense of security among all ethnic groups by encouraging and promoting the understanding, acceptance and tolerance of diversity in all aspects of national life.”

📸: ERC

31/08/2026

The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) was thrilled to participate in the Essequibo Expo 2026, held from August 28 to 29, 2026, at the Anna Regina Multilateral Ground under the theme, “Moving Business Forward.” The event, organised by the Essequibo Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ECCI), provided a platform for the GEA to interact with different stakeholders in Region Two.

During the expo, the GEA team interacted with patrons and shared valuable information on the Agency’s renewable energy and energy efficiency initiatives being implemented across the country, including the LCDS Grid-Connected Solar Household initiative. The team also highlighted how Guyanese homeowners can benefit from installing rooftop grid-tied solar photovoltaic (PV) systems to reduce electricity costs and achieve long-term energy and financial savings.

25/08/2026

Youman Nabi Mubarak greetings are extended from the Board of Directors, Management, and Staff of the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA). ☪️ 🇬🇾

21/08/2026

𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 🚨 🇬🇾 | 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 (𝗘𝗩/𝗛𝘆𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱) 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀

18/08/2026

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝘂𝗽𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝘀

The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) continued its stakeholder consultations on July 29, 2026, as part of the Caribbean Efficient and Green Energy Buildings (CEGEB) Project. The consultation brought together representatives from the following 19 buildings:

1. Bamia Health Centre
2. Bamia Regional Health Cold Storage Facility
3. Guyana Forensic Science Laboratory
4. Wismar Police Station
5. Guyana Tourism Authority
6. Bamia Primary School
7. Smyth Street Nursery School
8. Rosignol Secondary School
9. Guyana Rice Development Board
10. Liticia Holder Health Centre
11. Guyana Women Leadership Institute
12. Mahaica Learning Lab
13. Port Mourant Secondary School
14. Mahaica Children Centre
15. Juvenile Holding Centre
16. Vivienne Parris Health Centre
17. Botanical Gardens Administrative Building
18. Ministry of Amerindian Affairs
19. Hinterland Scholarship Dormitory

The CEGEB Project, currently being implemented across Guyana, Grenada and St. Lucia with funding from the World Bank, aims to promote investments in energy efficiency (EE) measures and distributed renewable energy (DRE) systems in public buildings and facilities. The project seeks to reduce energy consumption and fossil fuel use, while improving building performance, occupant comfort, and sustainability.

Under the project, more than 259 public buildings have been selected to benefit from sustainable energy upgrades. These participating buildings will benefit from a range of energy-efficient and renewable energy interventions, including the installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and battery storage systems (where applicable), replacement of inefficient lighting with LED technology, and upgrades to air-conditioning and ventilation systems. Other measures being considered include roof insulation, cool roof coatings, window improvements, occupancy sensors, and smart energy management solutions.

The engagement provided project beneficiaries with an opportunity to learn more about the project’s objectives, implementation processes, environmental and social requirements, and grievance redress mechanisms for documenting and addressing feedback and concerns. The session was facilitated by the Project’s Environmental and Social Officer, Shauncy Henry, and Energy Engineer Lakshman Ramdat, who provided an overview of the project’s technical, environmental and social considerations, as well as the planned interventions.

Additionally, the consultation covered measures that will guide project implementation to protect the environment, promote occupational health and safety, and support communities. These measures include proper waste management, air quality protection, and minimizing noise pollution, stakeholder engagement and capacity-building. Stakeholders also learned about the project’s risk management framework, which includes identifying potential risks through screening, site investigations, regular monitoring, and measures to mitigate risks and construction-related disruptions, while maintaining safe working conditions.

The CEGEB Project forms part of Guyana’s overall efforts to improve energy efficiency across public infrastructure, increase the use of renewable energy technologies, and strengthen institutional capacity for sustainable energy management. Through these investments, the project is expected to deliver long-term energy savings, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create more sustainable, energy-efficient public buildings and facilities across the country.

17/08/2026

🏆🇬🇾 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 – 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🔉

Is your business leading the way in renewable energy, energy efficiency, or sustainable practices?

The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) invites businesses of all sizes to apply for the inaugural Energy Champions Awards, recognising businesses for their outstanding commitment to sustainable energy solutions in keeping with Guyana’s Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030.

📅 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: August 31, 2026

📧: 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: via email [email protected] or in person at the GEA office, 295 Quamina Street, South Cummingsburg, Georgetown, Guyana

𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗺, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀: https://gea.gov.gy/2026/07/02/energy-champions-awards-2026/ or scan the QR code

🏆 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲:
⚡ A custom-designed trophy
⚡A certificate signed by the Honourable Prime Minister, Mark Phillips
⚡National media recognition and GEA promotion

Submit your entry NOW to showcase your organisation’s leadership in building a greener, more sustainable and low-carbon Guyana. Nominate your business today!