The Cuban regime has recently inaugurated three solar parks in Cuba, donated by the China International Development Cooperation Agency. This past Tuesday, authorities reiterated their promise to add 1,000 MW to the Cuban energy grid through future investments in solar parks. However, these projections face the harsh reality of an obsolete and poorly managed system.
China has donated several solar parks to Cuba. Three are already installed in Holguín and generate 4.4 MW. In early June, three more solar parks were announced and installed in Santo Domingo, Villa Clara; Morón, Ciego de Ávila; and Miramar, Holguín. These generate a total of 12 MW and are synchronized with the National Electric System (SEN).
Official journalist Bernardo Espinosa highlighted that the three solar parks distributed in the central provinces are merely a prelude to the "investment offensive" that the state is preparing.
This achievement neither resolves nor addresses the root of the energy problem facing Cuba, a country that has experienced daily blackouts lasting between six and 12 hours across its territory for more than three years.
The energy crisis in Cuba has deepened due to a lack of effective investments and the inefficient management by the Cuban regime. While the inauguration of the solar parks is a positive step, it is insufficient to resolve the crisis plaguing Cuba. The population needs sustainable and immediate solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cuba's Energy Crisis and Solar Parks
Below are some common questions and answers to help understand the current energy situation in Cuba and the role of the newly installed solar parks.
What is the current energy situation in Cuba?
Cuba has been facing severe energy issues, including daily blackouts lasting between six and 12 hours, due to an obsolete and poorly managed energy system.
How much energy do the new solar parks generate?
The new solar parks generate a total of 16.4 MW, with three parks in Holguín generating 4.4 MW and three additional parks generating 12 MW.
Who donated the solar parks to Cuba?
The solar parks were donated by the China International Development Cooperation Agency.
Will these solar parks solve Cuba's energy crisis?
While the solar parks are a positive step, they are insufficient to resolve the broader energy crisis in Cuba. Sustainable and immediate solutions are needed to address the root causes of the problem.