Broad monitoring of GPL’s operations needed

Mar 12, 2026 Letters

Dear Editor,

As a public communications analyst, it has been brought to my attention that an increasing number of customers of the Guyana Power and Light (GPL) are experiencing difficulties with their electricity payments due to the continued practice of estimated billing. In many instances, customers are not properly informed that their bills are being estimated, and they are later confronted with unexpectedly large balances that place financial strain on both households and businesses.

Many affected customers have voiced frustration over this issue, noting that they are often left confused about how their bills are calculated. Without clear communication or timely meter readings, consumers are placed in a position where they must dispute charges that they believe do not accurately reflect their actual electricity usage.

In several cases, disgruntled customers report being advised to submit complaints to the Public Utilities Commission in order to have their concerns addressed. While this is the formal avenue available to consumers, it does little to resolve the root problem if the system that produces these disputed bills continues unchanged.

At the same time, the nation is eagerly anticipating the completion of the Gas-to-Energy Project, which promises to improve the reliability, efficiency, and affordability of electricity in Guyana. This major national initiative is expected to play a vital role in strengthening the country’s energy infrastructure and supporting long-term economic development.

However, until such improvements materialize, many citizens and businesses continue to endure frequent blackouts, voltage fluctuations, and billing uncertainties throughout the year. These ongoing challenges not only inconvenience consumers but also hinder productivity and confidence in the country’s largest electricity provider.

It is therefore my professional opinion that regulatory and oversight bodies such as the Guyana Energy Agency, the Public Utilities Commission, and the Internal Quality Department within Guyana Power and Light should maintain vigilant monitoring of the operational and service delivery practices of the utility company to ensure greater accountability, transparency, and improved service standards for the people of Guyana

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