Infrastructure
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Ecuador power outages raise cocoa chain costs, force traditional drying
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In Durán, Ecuador, residents are increasingly collecting rainwater for household use, with some claiming it is cleaner than tap water. This reflects chronic water infrastructure failures and a growing reliance on alternative sources. The situation underscores systemic water access and quality issues in the region.
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