World Bank warns of hydro droughts; Guyana lacks data for Amaila hydropower decision

The World Bank has warned that hydropower plants are vulnerable to droughts, casting doubt on the viability of Guyana's proposed 165 MW Amaila Falls hydropower project. Guyana's officials, including Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill and Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, admit that crucial hydrological data is missing, complicating the investment decision. This development highlights the risk of climate-induced water variability for energy infrastructure in the region.