30% reduction in electricity rates for Mahdia, Campbelltown residents

One week after promising residents of Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) that they will soon benefit from reduced electricity rates, President Dr Irfaan Ali on Friday announced a 30 per cent reduction in tariffs for some residents.
“Residents of Mahdia and Campbelltown who receive electricity from Mahdia Power & Light Company Inc will now benefit from an 30 per cent reduction in tariffs,” the Head of State disclosed in a social media post.
This reduction is effective from July 1, 2025.

The Mahdia Power & Light Company Inc

According to reports, the decision to slash the tariffs was made following the introduction of power from a new solar farm in Mahdia into the local grid operated by Mahdia Power & Light Company Inc. President Ali assured that, “Other hinterland and riverine communities would benefit similarly with the introduction of integrated systems.” Back in December 2024, a 0.65-megawatt (MW) grid-forming solar photovoltaic (PV) farm was commissioned in the Mahdia township.
At a public meeting just last week in Mahdia, President Ali had told residents of Region Eight efforts are underway to deliver cheaper and more reliable electricity.
“All of these are projects that are currently underway. By the first of August, you will have more generating capacity and by the time we get up to the end of August, the solar farm will be properly integrated into the electricity system,” Ali stated at a political meeting hosted by the governing People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C).

President Dr Irfaan Ali recently promised reduced electricity rates to Region Eight residents

He added, “We have invested also in bringing more technical resources, because we are not a party that walks away from challenges, and I want to assure you that in the coming weeks and the coming months, we are working towards reducing your cost of electricity here in Mahdia so you can save more and put more money back in your pockets.” Funded by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) under the Energy Matrix Diversification and Strengthening of the Department of Energy (EMISDE) programme, the 0.65 MW solar farm in Mahdia is expected to supply 935 megawatt-hours (MWh) of electricity annually. It includes a 1,500- kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery energy storage system, and benefits some 3,000 residents in the town.
The solar PV farm integrates seamlessly with the existing mini-grid, providing a stable and resilient power supply. This state-of-the-art facility can independently support the existing grid and ensure energy reliability during peak demand and adverse weather conditions. At the December 6, 2024, commissioning ceremony, Prime Minister (PM) Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, highlighted the significant economic and environmental benefits of the solar farm, which is expected to save $80.5 million by reducing diesel consumption by 309,681 litres per year. Additionally, it will cut carbon dioxide emissions by 672,561 kilograms (kg).
“This solar farm will drive socio-economic transformation in the region by supplying reliable and affordable energy, fostering the growth of small businesses and micro-enterprises, and boosting local economic activity,” the PM had stated.
The project was completed at $362.41 million and also includes a two-kilometre (km) 13.8 kV transmission line for efficient energy distribution.
Aligned with the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030, the Mahdia solar PV farm is part of a broader initiative that has already installed solar PV systems in Lethem and Bartica. Improvements are also slated for Wakenaam and Leguan, among other regions. These efforts aim to increase Guyana’s solar energy capacity to over 39 MW by 2025. At a broader scale, the Guyana Government is targeting a 50 per cent reduction in electricity costs across the country with the highly-anticipated Gas-to-Energy (GtE) Project, which will generate some 300 MW of clean electricity using natural gas that will be piped from offshore. The project is expected to come onstream mid next year.