GPL’s Power Crisis and the Talent Drain

Guyana’s power grid is in crisis as skilled workers flee to higher-paying oil jobs, pushing system losses to a troubling 25.43%—three points over target. Facing theft, outdated meters, and crumbling infrastructure, GPL’s progress has stalled. The Public Utilities Commission demands smarter metering, grid upgrades, and stronger oversight. In a bold move, GPL’s partnering with the Ministry of Education to train technicians at four institutes, aligning education with real-world needs to fuel future growth. But with aging equipment, commercial losses, and a shrinking skilled workforce, the utility’s uphill battle is far from over. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7d1478df533e392b