Government asks public entities to accelerate energy savings ahead of possible arrival of El Niño in the country

TL;DR

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has called on public entities to increase energy savings and efficiency.
This measure is in response to the potential arrival of the El Niño phenomenon in the second half of the year.
The goal is to reduce consumption, lower costs, and promote permanent energy efficiency practices.
Efficient energy use should be integrated into institutional culture, not just a temporary response to climate events.
Public entities are required to set quantifiable and verifiable energy saving targets.
Recommendations include maximizing natural light and ventilation, and maintaining air conditioning between 22-24°C.
Energy efficiency criteria must be incorporated into procurement processes for technology and infrastructure.
The initiative also links energy savings to the implementation of clean energies and the country's energy transition.
Measures should be included in budgetary planning, operational plans, and public contracting processes.
Internal monitoring by general secretariats and internal control offices is expected to ensure compliance.

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