One week after promising residents of Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni) that they will soon benefit from reduced electricity rates, President Dr Irfaan Ali on Friday announced a 30 per cent reduction in tariffs for some residents.
“Residents of Mahdia and Campbelltown who receive electricity from Mahdia Power & Light Company Inc will now benefit from an 30 per cent reduction in tariffs,” the Head of State disclosed in a social media post.
This reduction is effective from July 1, 2025.
According to reports, the decision to slash the tariffs was made following the introduction of power from a new solar farm in Mahdia into the local grid operated by Mahdia Power & Light Company Inc. President Ali assured that, “other hinterland and riverine communities would benefit similarly with the introduction of integrated systems.” Back in December 2024, a 0.65-megawatt (MW) grid-forming solar photovoltaic (PV) farm was commissioned in the Mahdia township.
At a public meeting just last week in Mahdia, President Ali had told residents of Region Eight efforts are underway to deliver cheaper and more reliable electricity.
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