'Hoy en día no hay un ambiente hidroeléctrico, social y político para seguir desarrollando esos proyectos'

Exviceministro de Energía, Miguel Lotero habla sobre los retos del sector en 2026. Foto: Cortesía: Miguel Lotero.

'Hoy en día no hay un ambiente hidroeléctrico, social y político para seguir desarrollando esos proyectos'

TL;DR

  • Colombia anticipates a gas supply deficit between 2026 and 2028, requiring increased imports.
  • Imported gas is projected to be up to three times more expensive than domestic gas, leading to potential tariff hikes for consumers.
  • Brent oil price expectations for 2026 are around $69-$70 per barrel, with a projected exchange rate between $3,700 and $3,800.
  • Ecopetrol's profits have declined, and its projected production for 2026 is similar to 2025 levels.
  • The electricity sector faces challenges in firm energy supply due to a lack of large-scale project development and the variability of renewable energy sources.
  • A new long-term auction for renewable energy is announced, with questions about its pricing and market necessity.
  • Battery storage projects are becoming more feasible due to decreasing battery costs, with potential applications in grid regulation and frequency control.
  • Concerns are raised about users paying for Air-e's debt through increased electricity rates, with a call for government intervention and efficiency in tariffs.
  • New Ecopetrol leadership is expected to focus on financial health and recovering the company's profitability.