Prime Minister Mark Phillips yesterday commissioned a 0.65 megawatt grid-forming solar photovoltaic (PV) farm in Mahdia, Potaro-Siparuni, Region Eight.
According to a release from the Office of the Prime Minister, the project, funded by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) under the Energy Matrix Diversification and Strengthening of the Department of Energy (EMISDE) programme, signifies a “crucial” advancement in Guyana’s sustainable energy journey.
The 0.65 MW solar farm, which includes a 1,500 kWh battery energy storage system, is an addition to Mahdia’s energy infrastructure. It 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.