Govt distributes over 280 Solar Home Systems to rural communities

A total of approximately 280 solar home energy systems have been distributed by the Government across Abary Creek, Mahaicony Creek, and Region Two. These distributions are part of the Government’s broader effort to improve energy accessibility and uplift rural communities.

Prime Minister (PM), Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, distributed more than 60 solar home energy systems to residents of Abary Creek, Region Five. In a subsequent outreach, the PM also delivered 85 solar home systems to residents of Mahaicony Creek.
The solar energy systems form part of a national strategy to deliver reliable and sustainable electricity to remote communities across Guyana. Designed to positively impact everyday life, the systems promote increased comfort, convenience, and connectivity.
Each solar home energy system includes the following components: one 160-watt solar photovoltaic (PV) panel, a charge controller unit, a 48-ampere-hour lithium-ion battery, two 9-watt light-emitting diode (LED) lamps, one 12-watt desk fan, and two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports for charging mobile and portable electronic devices.
During his engagement with residents of Abary Creek, PM Phillips reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to enhancing the lives and livelihoods of all citizens through continued investments in infrastructure and energy accessibility.
He explained that, alongside expanding infrastructure development across rural and hinterland areas, parallel efforts are underway to provide clean, renewable energy solutions through the installation of solar PV farms and home-based solar panel systems in off-grid communities.

This initiative is part of the Government’s broader strategy to deliver reliable and sustainable electricity to the hinterland, remote, and off-grid areas throughout Guyana.
In addition to the distribution exercise, PM Phillips also engaged residents on issues related to drainage and irrigation, agriculture, and public infrastructure improvements. He indicated that internet connectivity — which falls under the purview of the Office of the Prime Minister — would also be explored to further enhance the community.

Meanwhile, in Charity, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam), Director General of the Ministry of Agriculture, Mr Ricky Ramraj, along with Regional Vice Chairman Mr Humace Oodit, Agriculture Coordinator Mr Tamesh Ramnauth, and other officials, distributed 135 solar home energy systems to residents of Charity, as well as to the communities of St Monica, and Karawab.
This initiative stands as a testament to the Government of Guyana’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the quality of life for citizens, particularly in rural and hinterland regions. It reflects the administration’s ongoing strategic investments in infrastructure development and clean energy.
During his address, Mr Ramraj reaffirmed the administration’s dedication to bridging the development gap between coastal and interior communities. He emphasised the importance of clean, renewable energy solutions that are tailored to meet the unique needs of off-grid areas.
Residents expressed gratitude for the initiative, noting that access to reliable energy would significantly improve their lives in the Pomeroon, and pledged to maintain and utilise the systems responsibly.
This project not only empowers communities but also underscores the Government’s steadfast commitment to building a more equitable, sustainable, and energy-secure future for all Guyanese.