Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) is advancing immediate corrective works across the electricity network while implementing a major infrastructure programme designed to reduce faults, strengthen system resilience and improve the reliability of electricity supply nationwide.
During a press conference led by the Head of GPL’s Executive Management Committee, Mr. Kesh Nandlall, officials explained that recent service interruptions were linked to several separate incidents, including electrical faults at the Kingston and another substation, as well as feeders tripping in sections of the network.
Technical teams were immediately deployed to identify and correct the faults and restore electricity supply to affected customers as safely and quickly as possible.
Emergency works were also undertaken at Houston following an interruption affecting customers from the Ruimveldt Industrial Site to Nandy Park.
Mr. Nandlall stressed the importance of energy conservation, particularly during periods of peak demand, and encouraged customers to practise responsible energy use.
He also reaffirmed GPL’s commitment to developing a smarter, more efficient and responsive electricity grid.
These interventions form part of GPL’s ongoing efforts to address immediate network challenges while building a stronger and more dependable electricity system.
The company is investing approximately US$800 million to modernise Guyana’s transmission and distribution infrastructure.
Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Bharat Harjohn noted that GPL is working on improvements on the feeders with various analytics being done to highlight and determine how to effectively improve the system.
GPL’s Head of Engineering and Projects, Mr. Ryan Ross, explained that the programme includes new 230-kilovolt transmission lines, additional substations, new 69-kilovolt transmission infrastructure and approximately 350 kilometres of medium-voltage distribution network.
GPL is also working towards establishing a smart grid by 2030.
The introduction of smart-grid technology will enhance the company’s ability to monitor the electricity network in real time, identify developing problems earlier and respond more quickly when faults occur.
The modernisation programme is expected to create a more resilient, interconnected and responsive electricity network capable of meeting Guyana’s growing residential, commercial and industrial demand.
GPL remains committed to resolving current challenges while delivering the long-term infrastructure necessary to provide customers with a more reliable and efficient electricity service.
