Ecuador mandates weekly power cuts for 185 large industrial users to save 1,000 MWh/day

Ecuador's government has formalized a directive requiring 185 large industrial companies (AV1 and AV2) to reduce grid electricity consumption by one day per week, aiming to save approximately 1,000 MWh daily. This indicates a deepening energy supply crisis, likely driven by drought affecting hydroelectric generation. The measure signals potential broader economic disruption and may pressure the government to implement further rationing or accelerate energy imports.