Public Utilities Commission

The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) was established in 1999 when the Belize Legislature enacted the Public Utilities Commission Act. This law introduced and institutionalized in Belize the first autonomous authority with responsibility for regulating the electricity, water and telecommunication sectors. The Commission is responsible for ensuring that these utilities' customers have safe, reliable and high-quality services at affordable rates, while allowing a reasonable return on investment for investors, so as to facilitate the development of an environment that will stimulate national growth. It is also the role of the Commission to safeguard the public's interest by ensuring that their needs and concerns are addressed, and that there exists clear channels through which assistance can be obtained. The multi- faceted role of the PUC creates a dynamic, but solidly regulated utilities sector.

Who We are

Who are the PUC? This section introduces you to the Commissioners and staff. Find out more about the PUC.

What's New!!

Dr. Richard Hern, Independent Expert in the Full Tariff Review Proceeding for Belize Water Services Limited, delivered his report to the PUC on February 8, 2010. Access Dr. Hern's report in the "Publications" section of this website.

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The PUC has published notices of its intention to make Determinations and Orders to enable better regulation of the Telecommunications Sector in Belize. Access the full texts of the notices in the "Publications" section of this website.

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The PUC, with the agreement of Belize Water Services Limited, has appointed Dr. Richard Hern as Independent Expert in the on-going Full Tariff Review Proceeding (FTRP) for BWSL. Dr. Hern's appointment became necessary when BWSL objected to the Initial Decision of the PUC. Dr. Hern's curriculum vitae may be accessed in the "Publications" section of this website.

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The PUC has approved a 10.6% rate increase and a revised Business Plan for Belize Water Services Limited in its Initial Decision in the Full Tariff Review Proceeding that commenced October 1, 2009. Access the Decision and other information in the "Publications" section of this website.

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