Ecuador plans 1,260 MW new capacity 2027-2028 to ease dry-season power crunch

Ecuador's government announced a plan to add 1,260 MW of electric capacity between 2027 and 2028, combining thermal, wind, and private hydro projects via public-private partnerships. This is a medium-term response to ongoing dry-season power shortages, but the timeline suggests limited near-term relief. The plan's success depends on execution and financing, which remain uncertain.

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