economy

It's Not a 'Children's' Game

Director of Portfolio 05/10/2026 14:47 Updated: 05/10/2026 14:47

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.