The construction of the new Kumu hydropower plant, and upgrading of the Moco-Moco hydropower plant, are nearing completion and when fully operational, are expected to transform the lives of residents in the affected Region Nine communities.
A release yesterday from the Office of the Prime Minister informed that on Friday, Prime Minister (PM), Mark Phillips, who holds responsibility for the energy sector, visited Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) to inspect the progress of two major hydropower projects that are set to transform the region’s energy landscape. He was accompanied by Regional Chairman, Bryan Allicock; Chief Executive Officer, Guyana Energy Agency (GEA), Dr Mahender Sharma; Chair of the GEA Board of Directors, Jerome Khan; and Chair of the Lethem Power Company Board, Rodger King.