Guyana is on track to have 24 publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging stations operational by the end of 2026, as the government continues to advance its clean energy agenda.
Delivering remarks on behalf of Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips, Chief Executive Officer of the Guyana Energy Agency, Dr Mahender Sharma announced that an additional 13 charging stations will be installed before the end of the year.
This brings the total number of public EV charging facilities across the country to 24.
Dr Sharma disclosed this on Friday at Windjammer Hotel during the graduation ceremony for participants of the Electric Vehicle Systems and Solar PV Charging Infrastructure programme.
Currently, seven publicly accessible EV charging stations have been installed at Amazonia Mall, Providence, Gifland Mall, GEA’s head office, Ogle Airport, S and R Parking Lot in Parika, the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, and Little Rock Suites in New Amsterdam.
Dr Sharma explained that the expansion of EV infrastructure falls under Guyana’s commitment to renewable energy, energy efficiency, and climate resilience, as outlined in the country’s Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030.
To further encourage the transition to cleaner transportation, the government has maintained a range of incentives for EV owners and investors.
“For fiscal support, electric vehicles, regardless of the power rating, attract zero taxes and duty. Additionally, the annual write-down allowance applicable to all electric vehicles has been increased to 50 per cent to encourage businesses to invest in eco-friendly vehicles,” he noted.
The expansion of Guyana’s EV charging is expected to strengthen public confidence in electric transportation while contributing to the country’s goals of reducing emissions and building a more sustainable future.