The mining municipality of Moa hosted a working meeting led by the Minister of Energy and Mines, Vicente De la O Levy. Alongside executives from the Cubanickel business group. The purpose was to examine production and financial alternatives in light of the complex situation currently facing the nation.
During the meeting, Dania Agudín, head of the Ministry’s Oil and Gas division, reviewed the direct impact of the energy blockade on the Cuban economy. She explained that the historical demand for eight million tons of fuel annually. Five million of which were met through external purchases it has seen a drastic reduction due to punitive measures imposed by Washington. This makes domestic crude oil production and renewable energy sources critical for sustaining essential services.
Local alternatives for mitigating resource shortages took center stage during the discussion. Luis Miguel Peña Girón, head of the Nickel Mechanical Enterprise, announced that this month they will complete the repair of ten 33.5-kilovolt electrical transformers. A significant achievement given the impossibility of importing such equipment.
At the same time, the factory is diversifying its operations by producing commercial paints. It is planning to form teams at “Nicarotec” dedicated to installing solar panels and portable generators in vulnerable communities.
The agenda also addressed the restoration of water infrastructure and the management of mineral resources. Juan Ruiz, Director of Mines, proposed the rehabilitation of the “La Peché” mini-hydroelectric plant in the settlement of Nuevo Mundo. Bringing this facility back online would provide 2 megawatts of power, helping to stabilize water pumping operations in the area. Likewise, the authorities approved accelerating the formal commencement of gold extraction by the nickel sector. A measure designed to eradicate illegal mining and the crimes associated with such clandestine activity.
On the industrial front, Alexander Garcel, head of the “Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara” enterprise. He explained that the facility is currently undergoing maintenance. While continuing to supply energy to the National Electric Power System. Simultaneously, the enterprise is developing strategies to reactivate its core operations.
In this regard, Minister De la O urged management to leverage the autonomy granted by the 176 economic reforms approved nationwide. Emphasizing that it is time to move beyond mere survival and toward achieving concrete results.
Before concluding, the minister stressed the need to transform the communication strategy of mining entities. Highlighting the vital role of young workers while drawing attention to the detrimental impact of the economic blockade. Regarding nickel production specifically, the official assured that this remains a strategic priority for the country’s top leadership. The government team is working continuously to identify viable short- and medium-term solutions.
By: Daimy Peña Guillén
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