Amerindian land titling, demarcation to move ahead
The titling of 13 Amerindian communities and the demarcation of 33 villages will soon commence following a US$10.7M agreement signed between the Guyana Government and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Minister of Finance Dr. Ashni Singh, UNDP Resident Representative Khadija Musa and Minister of Amerindian Affairs Pauline Sukhai inked the agreement at the commencement […]
Government signs GY$1.3 billion LCDS project for the development of the Amerindian Village Economy
Minister of Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh, Minister of Amerindian Affairs, Pauline Sukhai and UNDP Resident Representative Khadija Musa today signed a $ 1.3B agreement that will facilitate Phase II of the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS), Amerindian Development Fund (ADF) Project. The project is funded under the Guyana REDD+ Investment Fund and consequently is overseen by […]
Governments of Guyana and Norway Meet on Climate, Forests and Sustainable Development Partnership
The Governments of Guyana and Norway met today in Oslo, Norway, agreeing to move their climate, forests, and sustainable development forward with speed and determination. “I am delighted that we now have strong agreement with the Government of Guyana on a way forward for our partnership”, stated Minister of Climate and Environment of Norway, Ola Elvestuen, […]
Govt awards grants to start 64 businesses
On the 31st January, 2015 the Government awarded grants to start 64 businessesSome 64 small business operators have received over $20 million in grants from the Tourism Ministry under the Micro and Small Enterprise Development (MSED) Project.Government through the Low Carbon Development Strategy/Guyana REDD+ Investment Fund (LCDS/GRIF) has injected some US$10 million to train and […]
Norway announces fourth payment to Guyana for climate services and continued low deforestation
Will transfer US$80 million for Amaila Falls; President Ramotar to address the nation later today In Oslo, at 10:00 Guyana time this morning, the Norwegian Government made the following statement: “The Guyana-Norway climate and forest partnership continues to make significant progress. In 2012, Guyana kept deforestation and forest degradation at very low, though increased, levels. […]
Guyana to Receive Additional $45 Million from Norway for Climate Services
Approval of Third Contribution from Norway Brings Total Earned to $115 Million USD GEORGETOWN, 21, Dec. 2012 – Guyana has been approved to receive an additional $45 million USD from the Government of Norway for its climate services in maintaining extremely low levels of deforestation while advancing the nation’s landmark Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS). […]
Guyana Sells Approximately 30% of its Forestry Credits under ART TREES to HessCorporation for a minimum of US$750M
FACT SHEET Guyana Sells Approximately 30% of its Forestry Credits under ART TREES to Hess Corporation for a minimum of US$750M 2nd December, 2022 On December 2, 2022, the Government of Guyana and Hess Corporation announced an agreement for Hess to purchase 37.5 million high quality carbon credits, based on current and future issuances, for […]
GUYSOL solar programme powering jobs and inclusion in Guyana
The Guyana Utility Scale Solar Photovoltaic (GUYSOL) Programme is not only cutting emissions and expanding clean power, it is also opening up new jobs and training opportunities for youth, women and persons with disabilities across the country. Read more: https://dpi.gov.gy/guysol-solar-programme-powering-jobs-and-inclusion-in-guyana/
Women trained for jobs in Guyana’s expanding solar energy sector
As the government moves to expand renewable energy across Guyana through large-scale solar projects, women are being equipped with the skills needed to take on technical roles within the rapidly growing sector. The initiative is part of a broader push to build local capacity while promoting gender inclusion in non-traditional fields. The initiative falls under […]
Linden poised for major power relief as gov’t rolls out GUYSOL Solar Project
A massive reduction in electricity costs is on the horizon for Linden as the Government of Guyana is moving swiftly to advance the Guyana Utility Scale Solar Photovoltaic Programme (GUYSOL) in region 10 (Upper Demerara-Upper Berbice) —a landmark initiative US$83 million renewable energy investment. Read More: https://guyanachronicle.com/2026/01/20/linden-poised-for-major-power-relief-as-govt-rolls-out-guysol-solar-project/