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This Sunday, Cubans face another day of blackouts due to a generation capacity deficit of over 1,100 MW, following a Saturday when power outages lasted for 16 hours.
According to the report from Unión Eléctrica, the service was affected the previous day from 6:40 am to 10:42 pm, reaching a maximum value of 1,245 MW at 6:20 pm, with the greatest impact in the central-eastern area. This figure surpassed the experts' forecast of 1,060 MW.
This Sunday, new disruptions began due to high transfers to that region at 6:51 am. By 7:00 am, there were 100 MW affected in that part of the national territory.
During peak hours, a capacity of 1,966 MW is expected against a maximum demand of 3,000 MW, which would result in a shortfall of 1,104 MW.
Two units of the Felton and Santa Cruz thermoelectric plants are out of service.
Three more blocks from the Santa Cruz, Cienfuegos, and Renté power plants are undergoing maintenance.
Additionally, the limitations in thermal generation reach 366 MW, and a number of distributed generation plants that the Electric Union has not specified are out of service due to a lack of fuel, which amounts to 302 MW less in capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions about Blackouts in Cuba and the Electricity Generation Deficit
Why do blackouts occur in Cuba?
Power outages in Cuba are primarily due to a deficit in electrical generation capacity caused by breakdowns and maintenance in several thermoelectric units, as well as by a lack of fuel affecting distributed generation plants. These limitations hinder the country's ability to meet electricity demand, resulting in constant service interruptions.
What is the current electricity generation deficit in Cuba?
For this Sunday, the Electric Union (UNE) of Cuba forecasts a deficit of up to 1,104 MW during peak hours. This figure reflects the severity of the energy crisis facing the country, with a demand of 3,000 MW and an availability of only 1,966 MW.
Which regions of Cuba are most affected by blackouts?
The regions most affected by power outages in Cuba range from Matanzas to Guantánamo. The high energy transfer in these areas leads to significant concentrations of service interruptions, worsening the situation for residents of these provinces.
What measures is the Cuban government taking to address the energy crisis?
The Cuban government has implemented measures such as scheduled and rotating blackouts to distribute the impacts. However, these actions have generated discontent among the population, which demands more effective and sustainable solutions to address the energy crisis affecting the country.
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