About Us
The Utilities Regulatory Commission (URC), is responsible for regulating the activities of the regulated sectors namely electricity, water and sewerage for adequate, reliable, cost effective and affordable services while protecting and conserving the environment. The mandate of the Commission is to:
- Maintain efficient structure for the regulated sectors to ensure their economic feasibility.
- Encourage investments and infrastructure development in the regulated sectors.
- Improve the standards of service and quality of services supplied by the service providers.
- Promote fair competition and efficiency among the service providers.
- Protect consumer interests.
- Ensure the availability of high-quality, affordable services.
- Facilitate sustainable sector growth through sound regulations.
- Comply with policies and strategies adopted by the Government in relation to any regulated sector. And
- Promote the use of renewable energy, water and energy efficiency.
The Utilities Regulatory Commission (URC) consists of a Board of Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) appointed by the President of Seychelles. In making the appointments, the President takes into consideration the knowledge, expertise and experience of the persons so appointed and in particular, their knowledge in matters relevant to the functions of the Commission.
The CEO is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Utilities Regulatory Commission (URC) and is required to ensure the implementation of the decisions of the Commission.