Guyana joined the globe in celebrating International Day of Forests on March 21, under the theme of “Forests and food.” The occasion spotlighted Guyana’s leadership in forest conservation and its commitment to protecting its critical asset – not just for national benefit, but for the globe. Covering more than 85% of the country’s landmass and […]
As Guyana’s energy industry advances, measures are being taken to mitigate the effects of energy-related emissions while also creating aesthetically pleasing communities. One such initiative is a US$3 million (GYD$600 million) national tree planting project that enhances the country’s already robust forestry management strategy. Guyana has been a global model in sustainable management, forest and […]
EXTENSION VISIT | On the 19th & 20th March the Fisheries Department conducted extension visits to Villages in South Central and Deep South Aishalton,Churikidnau, and Sawariwau for an update on the Fisheries Project. Activities included Sampling of fish, mapping and water testing. See full Article Page Views: 1,011
Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat has clarified misconceptions surrounding the government’s decision to suspend a special mining permit in Aranaputa, Region Nine, emphasising that the permit was granted to the Aranaputa Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC) and not a foreign company. “There is a misconception that a special mining permit was given to a Brazilian […]
The government decisively suspended the permit for the controversial mining project in Aranaputa, Region Nine, prioritising environmental protection and citizen well-being. During a recent statement, Minister of Natural Resources Vickram Bharrat clarified that the permit was initially granted to the Aranaputa Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC), not a Brazilian company. The NDC partnered with Brazilian investors, […]
Source: Eiti.org | 26 February 2025 As the extractive sector evolves, countries are beginning to expand the scope of EITI reporting to strengthen governance and align disclosures with national priorities. While many countries are still in the early stages of adopting the 2023 EITI Standard, some are leveraging their EITI reporting to shed light on […]
Source: Guyana Chronicle | By Staff Reporter | March 2, 2025 Ensuring transparency and accountability as the oil and gas sector reshapes the nation’s future DID you know that artisanal, small, and medium-scale miners account for the majority of gold production in Guyana? This fact might not be well-known among many Guyanese, but it’s just one of […]
We are pleased to present the final report of our Beneficial Ownership Roadmap Implementation Consultancy and the GYEITI Beneficial Ownership Public Register, as required by the EITI Standard. Page Views: 2,102
Guyana’s Low Carbon Development Strategy 2023 This Low Carbon Development Strategy – the LCDS 2030 – sets out a vision for rising to the challenge. It was put together after a seven-month national consultation, involving Guyanese citizens, businesses, and organisations from all parts of our country. Page Views: 2,734
Royal Dutch Shell PLC RDS.A recently announced that in the auction conducted by Guyana, it has succeeded in acquiring the first three deliveries of the government’s share of the country’s crude oil production. With this deal, Shell will expand its footprint in the oil market of Guyana, thereby spurring growth in the Latin American country’s […]
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