EPA Clarifies Project Information and Apologizes for Publication Error
Georgetown, Guyana – October 9, 2025:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wishes to inform the public that an error occurred in the publication of a Project Summary on the Agency’s website on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. The Agency regrets any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused and assures the public that the situation is being promptly corrected.
To clarify, the Shepherd Tide is a bunkering vessel that transports fuel to the oil and gas industry operating within Guyana’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). It is not a drilling vessel, as was incorrectly stated in the initial posting.
The EPA takes full responsibility for the oversight and emphasizes that transparency and accuracy remain central to its work. Immediate corrective action is being undertaken, and a revised Notice to the Public will be published upon completion of the review process, thereby placing the project on a 30-day public notice period as required. “We deeply regret the error and appreciate the public’s understanding as we work to uphold the highest standards of accuracy, integrity, and professionalism in our publications,” the Agency remains committed to maintaining open and transparent communication with all stakeholders and will continue to strengthen internal quality-control systems to prevent future occurrences.
