Gas-to-Energy Project advances as government moves to meet rising power demand

The government is continuing to advance the Gas-to-Energy Project at Wales, Region Three, with the first turbine expected to undergo initial firing and testing in December, as efforts intensify to increase electricity generation and meet Guyana’s rapidly growing power demand.

During a site visit to assess the progress of the project, Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, said the first turbine is being prepared to receive natural gas, with the necessary infrastructure, including the natural gas liquefaction plant, sludge catcher and associated piping, being put in place.

According to the minister, the first turbine is expected to provide approximately 57 megawatts of additional power to the national grid.