(Opinion) While it’s easy to blame El Niño or climate change, Ecuador’s ongoing energy woes truly stem from poor governance and lack of foresight. Since October 27, blackouts have plagued the country, revealing gaps in government planning. Analysts had warned about an upcoming drought, yet the government took no preventive measures. The financial toll is […]
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