Commercial loss from GPL power was 42.6% in South Ruimveldt

For the first quarter of 2013, the highest level of electricity loss was in the South Georgetown area with the average monthly electricity losses being 60%, according to the Guyana Power and Light (GPL) Inc.

Comprising 5501 accounts, the area which is serviced by Feeder SF5 covers Tucville Well, Sophia Well, South Ruimveldt Park east of Penny Lane, Festival City, North Ruimveldt, South Ruimveldt Gardens west of Penny Lane, West Ruimveldt, East Ruimveldt, Roxanne Burnham Gardens, Guyhoc Park and Ebenezer Drive.

GPL last week released the data in response to a Stabroek News article which featured statements by