Ecuador energy plan through 2028 fails to mitigate blackout risks from El Niño

The Ecuadorian government has launched a multi-year strategy involving maintenance, rentals, and procurement to stabilize the power grid ahead of potential El Niño impacts in 2026-2027. Despite these measures, analysts remain skeptical that the plan sufficiently addresses the structural risk of electricity shortages. The reliance on short-term rentals and procurement highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in the national energy infrastructure.