In a bold stride toward affordable energy and household relief, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has announced that the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government is targeting a dramatic reduction in the price of cooking gas to just $1,000 per bottle, leveraging the anticipated Gas-to-Energy (GtE) project.

During a recent national address, President Ali outlined the administration’s clear vision to channel Guyana’s abundant natural gas resources into tangible benefits for ordinary families. Currently, the price of cooking gas remains a significant burden for many households, but the government believes that the operationalization of the GtE project will revolutionize supply dynamics and sharply cut costs.

The GtE project is expected to produce approximately 50 million cubic feet of gas daily, yielding at least 5,000 barrels of cooking gas every day. This increased supply, according to the president, will enable the state to fix retail prices around $1,000 per bottle—an unprecedented target in the country’s recent history.

President Ali emphasized that the PPP/C’s strategy is not merely about cheaper gas, but about transforming the energy sector for broader national development. The government views affordable, accessible cooking gas as a catalyst for cost-of-living relief, public health improvements, and a boost to economic activity—especially in under-served hinterland and rural communities.

Alongside the price reduction, the GtE project promises to stimulate job growth, enhance Guyana’s energy security, and attract further investment in downstream industries. The administration is also prioritizing transparent implementation, ensuring that the benefits of local gas production are passed directly to citizens and not lost to middlemen or inefficiencies.

Ministerial briefings confirm that as the project advances, the government will continue monitoring market trends and public feedback, making further adjustments as needed to maintain price stability and equitable access.

As the GtE infrastructure nears completion and Guyana prepares to realize the full potential of its natural gas reserves, residents are watching closely—hopeful that the PPP/C’s $1,000 per bottle promise soon becomes a reality. The initiative stands as a central pillar of the government’s wider commitment to shared prosperity and sustainable national growth.