Photovoltaic Panel Modules Improve Etecsa Services in Holguin

The Holguin Territorial Division (DTHO) of the Cuban Telecommunications Company (Etecsa). It has completed the installation of seven photovoltaic panel modules. As part of the country’s energy matrix shift and in response to the electricity crisis that directly impacts telephone service.

The systems, each with a capacity of two kilowatts (kW). They were installed in communities and neighborhoods in the municipalities of Holguin, Mayari, and Moa. They currently support more than 5,000 basic telephone subscribers. And approximately 800 data transmission subscribers, including those using Nauta Hogar (home internet service).

Emilio Guerrero Lengarán, head of the Investment Department, emphasized to the Cuban News Agency (CNA) the commitment of the personnel involved. Also the importance of each action in maintaining the quality of service for the population in the beneficiary areas.

Although he acknowledged that the modules will not be enough to support all the sites in need in the province. He assured that the use of renewable energy in telecommunications will continue to increase gradually. Given the fuel shortage for electricity generation.

Each module consists of photovoltaic panels, inverters, and batteries. Guaranteeing up to 24 hours of autonomy depending on conditions. With the goal of ensuring service continuity and improving the marketing of offers such as Nauta Hogar Plus.

The Investment and Network Operations departments participated in the execution of these projects. In addition, the DTHO (Technical Directorate of Hydroelectric Power) has been allocated another 31 solar panels of 3.6 and 7.2 kW for radio base stations, whose installation will be phased in.

With information from CNA

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