Grenada preparing to meet high electricity demand

ST GEORGE’S, Grenada, Nov 27, CMC – Grenada’s main electricity company says it is preparing to meet the challenge of increased power supply during next year’s ICC Cricket World Cup. Thousands of visitors are expected during the 10-day sporting spectacle and power consumption is expected to surpass normal usage, especially at hotels. However, GRENLEC’s managing director, Vernon Lawrence said the priority was ensuring that the stadium had a reliable supply of power during the tournament. “Our focus is on the stadium,” he said. “We are installing a back-up feeder for the stadium so there won’t be a failure.” Lawrence said that crews were now working on ensuring that the company could meet the demands for the World Cup. He said that while the stadium was a high priority area with its close proximity to the main generating plant, the company would still be able to provide a sustainable supply island wide. “What we’re doing is preventative maintenance, so when April comes the likelihood of faults are almost eliminated,” Lawrence said. Grenada will host Group B matches in the Super Eight, second round from April 10-21.