The Providence Post Office was commissioned on Friday.
It coincided with World Postal Day 2022 and a statement to mark the occasion was issued by Prime Minister Mark Phillips.
“We live in a digital world, where technology dominates our lives. These technologies no doubt created a greater preference for digital communication. As such, much like many traditional media, the post is required to build on innovative ideas to transform its operations,” the PM’s statement pointed out, according to the Department of Public Information (DPI).
Globally, postal operators have committed to halving their collective carbon emissions by 2030.
The PM’s statement said that some key areas of focus are green buildings, clean transportation, and reduced usage of water, fuel, and waste to achieve carbon neutrality.
The Guyana Post Office Corporation (GPOC) has demonstrated its commitment to this initiative by investing in solar panels to be placed at the head office, DPI said. This will be continued throughout the network of post offices across Guyana to reduce their carbon footprint
“Such small measures implemented over time will result in the changes necessary for a sustainable green economy, and the government stands ready and willing to support the GPOC in its measures,” the PM’s statement said.
