GPL deploys 1.6MW generating unit to Bartica

– says demand currently exceeds available generation capacity as township’s units under maintenance

Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) says it is deploying a 1.6-megawatt (MW) generating unit to Bartica, to meet the rising electricity demand while two of the township’s generating units undergo maintenance.

With both units temporarily out of service, electricity demand in Bartica currently exceeds available generation capacity. One of the two units, rated at 1.1 MW, is expected to return to service by the end of Sunday evening, to meet the township’s demand. Maintenance on the second unit is expected to be completed shortly. The 1.6 MW Caterpillar Unit is expected to arrive in Bartica within two days. Once in service, it will add to the generating capacity.