Dr Mahender Sharma receives the Solar PV System donation from Mr. Jairo Valverde Bermudez
Students, teachers, medical staff and residents in these communities are all expected to benefit from the programme with installations to be completed roughly within six months.
At the signing, GEA’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Mahender Sharma expressed sincere gratitude for the renewable energy supplies. Dr. Sharma highlighted that the gesture is in alignment with the country’s Low Carbon Development agenda and will improve the lives of Hinterland communities.
UNDP’s Resident Representative, Mr. Jairo Valverde Bermudez confirmed UNDP’s commitment to a sustainable and resilient Guyana and to working with all stakeholders towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
He further shared that affordable and clean energy, sustainable cities and communities and climate action aligned directly with the UNDP strategic initiatives and UNDP will continue to support Guyana in achieving these goals.
