–with potential capital investment of US$4.2M, creation of 20 permanent jobs

SOL Guyana has proposed the construction of a new fuel station at New Hope, East Bank Demerara, with the aim of expanding fuel access along the busy corridor.
According to a project summary published on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s website, Sol Guyana is seeking approval to build a fuel station on a total land area of 1.348 acres.
The project entails a potential capital investment of US$4.2 million. The facility is expected to operate for more than 20 years.
The development of the proposed fuel station is expected to take place in four stages, beginning with land clearing and levelling, followed by land filling to prepare the foundation.
Additionally, the construction of core infrastructure will follow, including the establishment of a convenience store, underground storage tanks, fuel dispensing pumps, forecourt canopy, access roads and ancillary facilities will commence.
Then, there will be the storage and dispensing of petroleum products and routine station operations.
Further, the project summary highlights that several environmental safeguards will be implemented.
During peak construction, up to 40 workers will be engaged, while approximately 20 permanent jobs will be created once the station becomes operational.
“The New Hope Mobil Service Station is a fuel service facility intended to supply gasoline and diesel to motorists at New Hope and those travelling along the East Bank corridor area. The project includes a convenience store, a fuel canopy for light vehicles and a larger separate canopy for trucks only.
“Underground fuel storage tanks, dispensing pumps, and associated infrastructure. Environmental protection measures will be implemented to ensure safe operations and to protect nearby residents and natural resources,” the project summary stated.