With a gas deficit, how is coal gaining ground to face the unpredictable El Niño at the end of the year?

TL;DR

Colombia's energy system is preparing for increased demand due to the likelihood of an El Niño phenomenon.
There is currently sufficient fuel availability for thermal generation, but gas prices are causing uncertainty.
Industries are beginning to adjust their consumption patterns due to the rising cost of gas.
The regasification plant on the Caribbean coast is a key support for the thermal park, with expanded capacity projected.
Coal consumption has reached high levels and remains relevant in the thermal matrix, especially during electricity system restrictions.
The price of natural gas for industrial users is nearing $25 per million BTU, while coal is between $7 and $8.
Industrial consumers, particularly medium-sized businesses, are switching from gas to coal to reduce costs.
An increased demand for coal could pressure the response capacity of small-scale mining.

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