Chile weighs power-rationing decree as drought strains the grid
Chile's government is weighing a power-rationing decree as a prolonged drought strains hydroelectric output and the electricity grid. Officials are reviewing possible measures to safeguard supply security, according to Rio Times. No final decision has been taken.
A persistent drought in Chile is reducing the capacity of the hydroelectric plants that supply a significant share of the country's electricity. The government has put a power-rationing decree on the table to help secure supply.
According to Rio Times, officials are weighing options to manage consumption and ease pressure on the grid. The duration of the drought and the level of water reservoirs are among the key factors that will shape the scope of any decision.
Energy experts note that variability in climate conditions poses a growing risk for systems that rely heavily on hydropower. Chile's efforts to broaden its mix of renewable sources are back in focus as a result.
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