politics
March 23, 2026
Delcy Rodríguez asked for an electricity saving plan in Venezuela
Acting president Delcy Rodríguez announced an energy plan that will be implemented for 45 days due to rising temperatures.
TL;DR
- A 45-day energy-saving plan has been announced in Venezuela due to rising temperatures.
- Citizens are urged to conserve electricity by setting air conditioners no higher than 21°C and disconnecting electrical equipment.
- Authorities are calling for collaboration to maintain 'pica y poda' (trimming and pruning) plans to prevent forest fires, which impact the electrical transmission system.
- Thermal drones will be deployed to visualize areas with the highest thermal increase.
- The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inameh) reported rising temperatures due to the solar declination, with forecasts of up to 38°C in some regions.
- A previous electricity rationing was announced in Mérida state on March 2nd due to recent power failures.
- The peak of heat intensity is expected to cross the country through April, reaching Isla de Aves between May 2nd and 3rd.