Ecuador cuts power to industrial blocks AV1/AV2 amid high demand risk

Ecuador's grid operator Cenace has begun power cuts to industrial blocks AV1 and AV2 to reduce load by 600-1,000 MW, citing high risk of failing to meet demand. This indicates acute supply-demand stress in the country's electricity system, likely due to drought or generation shortfalls. The measure signals potential broader economic disruption and underscores regional energy fragility.