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3MW solar PV plant project at CJIA commences
(Kaieteur News) – The government through the Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) has officially handed over the site for construction of the new 3 MW grid-tied solar photovoltaic (PV) plant at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Timehri to Indian company, Oriana Power Limited.
According to information provided by GEA on Wednesday, the project forms part of the government’s national efforts to continue investing in sustainable energy initiatives that provide affordable, reliable and stable energy.
The project, financed through a loan from the Export-Import (EXIM) Bank of India, is part of the Government’s low-carbon energy agenda to decentralise power generation, strengthen energy security, and lower carbon dioxide emissions to support the country’s rapidly evolving sustainable, low-carbon economy, GEA stated.
Chief Executive Officer of the GEA, Dr. Mahender Sharma (sitting center) alongside a representative from Oriana Power Limited, Krishnan Kutty Jaigopal (left) and other officials during a recent engagement.
“Over its lifespan, the 3 MW solar PV installation is expected to produce more than 112 million kWh of energy. Once completed, the solar plant will supply renewable electricity to benefit more than 1.2 million passengers who travel through the airport annually. It will also reduce operating costs, enhance efficiency for airport management and staff, and decrease the reliance on the utility grid,” the Agency explained.
Kaieteur News had reported recently that following the national bidding process, Oriana Power Limited out of India was awarded the contract in the sum of US$2,487,170.
GEA stated that following a recent joint inspection and site visit involving project stakeholders, the site was officially handed over to the contractor to commence work.
Quoted in the release, Chief Executive Officer of the GEA, Dr. Mahender Sharma said “The Guyana Energy Agency is thrilled to be part of another strategic sustainable energy investment that advances Guyana’s Low Carbon Development Strategy 2030.”
He noted that by integrating large-scale solar power into the country’s critical infrastructure, they are making steady, tangible progress in keeping with the renewable energy goals as a nation.
Krishnan Kutty Jaigopal, a representative from Oriana Power Limited speaking on the project said, “We are committed to delivering the project in an effective and efficient timeline and without any cost variation.” He noted that the objective is to ensure the successful construction and operation of the solar PV plant.
Further, the Guyana Energy Agency revealed that it remains committed to providing rigorous oversight throughout the implementation of the 3 MW solar PV plant project, to ensure that it meets its execution timelines and technical standards, while further advancing the country’s sustainable, low-carbon agenda.
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