Minister of Energy and Mines Vicente de la O Levy arrived in Holguin as part of a working visit. To directly assess the status of transformations within the region’s mining, energy, and power sectors.
Accompanied by the province’s top political and governmental authorities, the Minister examined local initiatives. Aimed at fulfilling Objective 9 of the Government Program. Which focuses on the recovery of the National Electric Power System and the achievement of energy sovereignty.
This field visit is part of the 176 economic and social transformations currently driven by the country. A process in which 89% of the measures are already supported by legal regulations.
During discussions in Holguin with executives and workers from the power sector. Three guiding principles of this strategy were reaffirmed: consolidating a transition toward renewable energy sources. Maintaining state oversight of strategic resources. And ensuring that every advancement directly contributes to the well-being of the population.
Also throughout the visit, the Minister addressed the direct impact that service interruptions have on the daily lives of families. Reiterating that reducing the duration of these outages is the sector’s primary mission.
While acknowledging the severe short-term fuel constraints facing the country, the Minister emphasized that this complex situation is no excuse for inaction. Rather, it demands boldness, the optimal use of local reserves, and the implementation of innovative solutions. As part of the alternatives analyzed on the provincial agenda, the importance of establishing strategic alliances between state-owned socialist enterprises and new economic actors. Aimed at streamlining operational management was highlighted.
At the same time, discussions underscored the need to rigorously combat crimes that threaten national infrastructure. With particular emphasis on the negative impact that theft from solar photovoltaic parks has on electricity generation.
So at the conclusion of his visit to the province, the Holguin Electric Company reaffirmed its commitment to transforming work methods and improving the quality of its services. The visit conveyed a clear message: there is a need to maintain open communication with the public. Actively involve workforces, and ensure that every newly decentralized authority translates into a concrete solution for the people.
By: Daimy Peña Guillén
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