It's Not a 'Children's' Game

TL;DR

Colombia faces a significant risk of electricity shortages due to the projected El Niño phenomenon in 2026-2027.
To mitigate this risk, actions such as water conservation, securing fuel supplies, and coordinating maintenance are urgently needed.
The country is behind schedule in incorporating new energy generation capacity, exacerbating the potential impact of drought.
A comprehensive operational and regulatory plan, with clear responsibilities and verifiable goals, is essential.
XM, the market operator, has proposed a plan involving coordinated management of energy and fuels, inventory tracking, and maintenance scheduling.
The Superintendence of Public Services is monitoring the situation, but institutional responses need to be more than just emergency decrees.
The government must accept the costs associated with ensuring reliability and communicate honestly with the public about potential price adjustments and the need for focused protection for vulnerable users.

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