THE Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently conducted a follow-up meeting with developers along Second Street, Garden of Eden, to address environmental concerns related to dust and vibrations that are affecting residents.
At the previous meeting, the major issue addressed was dust caused by heavy trucks using the road.

According to the EPA, based on its examination of the area, the primary sources of these issues stem from developmental activities, including poultry rearing, laydown yards supporting the offshore industry, and concrete batching plants.
The EPA on Thursday stated that during the meeting, developers committed to implementing specific measures within set timelines to mitigate these issues.

The agency said that given the impact of heavy vehicular traffic and industrial activities ongoing in the community, the developers agreed to several measures.
On such measure is that two road signs will be erected instructing drivers to reduce their speed to no more than 20 km/h when using the road in that area.

According to the EPA, this measure aims to reduce dust pollution and minimise vibrations caused by heavy trucks. This is expected to be implemented on February 10, 2025. The lead developers of this are Royal Chicken Ink and Rapid Oilfield Guyana.
Another measure to be implemented is that of a Wet Suppression System, allowing the road to be periodically soaked to prevent excessive dust from affecting nearby residents. This is expected to be implemented on February 6, 2025.The lead developer of this is SHG Guyana Investment Inc., with support

from the team of developers in the area.

The EPA noted that additionally, it will continuously monitor developmental activities to ensure compliance.
Residents are encouraged to report deviations from these commitments to both the agency and the developers.
It was mentioned that these proactive measures aim to enhance the well-being of the community while supporting responsible industrial development.