National Electric System
Explore the challenges facing Cuba's National Electric System, including protests, power plant failures, and rolling blackouts amid significant electricity deficits.
Images Surface of Tallapiedra Electrical Substation Fire
Published on 4/13/2025
Díaz-Canel Claims Progress in Addressing Cuba's Power Outages
Published on 4/9/2025
Cuba's Energy Crisis Deepens: Blackouts Exceed 1,800 MW
Published on 4/7/2025
Cuban Government Denies Nationwide Blackout Rumors
Published on 4/5/2025
Cuba's First Solar Park in Holguín Promises to Save 26 Tons of Fossil Fuels
Published on 3/31/2025
Arrest Made After Stone-Throwing Incident During Havana Blackout
Published on 3/28/2025
Cuban Government Boasts About Solar Parks Amid Ongoing Widespread Blackouts
Published on 3/25/2025
Endless Blackouts in Cuba: Energy Deficit Exceeds 1,400 MW
Published on 3/25/2025
Las Tunas Company Produces Steel for Power Plant Repairs: What About the U.S. Embargo?
Published on 3/24/2025
Cuban Government Bets on Solar Power: Jovellanos II Photovoltaic Park Begins Testing Phase
Published on 3/24/2025
Concerns Mount Over Disappearances Amid Cuban Blackouts
Published on 3/21/2025
Miguel Díaz-Canel's Gratitude Sparks Outrage Among Cubans After Two-Day Blackout
Published on 3/18/2025
Cuba's Power Crisis Continues: Manuel Marrero Promises Recovery Amid Widespread Blackouts
Published on 3/18/2025
Cuban Leader Díaz-Canel Thanks Citizens Amid Power Outages, Issues Warning
Published on 3/17/2025
Cuban Children Return to School Amidst Weekend Blackouts: "No Water, No Snacks, Nothing"
Published on 3/18/2025
Classes to Resume in Cuba, Except for Pinar del Río, Artemisa, and Mayabeque
Published on 3/17/2025
Isla de la Juventud: The Only Cuban Territory Unaffected by Massive Blackout
Published on 3/17/2025
Electricity Gradually Restored in Pinar del Río: Initial Circuits Powered Up
Published on 3/17/2025
Survey Shows 72% of Cubans Still Without Power After Nationwide Blackout
Published on 3/17/2025
Massive Blackout: Santiago de Cuba Reconnects to National Electric Grid
Published on 3/16/2025
Restoration of National Power System in Cuba Announced After 48-Hour Blackout
Published on 3/16/2025
Massive Blackout Forces Critical Patients to Relocate to Other Hospitals
Published on 3/16/2025
U.S. Issues "Security Alert" Amid Widespread Blackout in Cuba
Published on 3/15/2025
Cuban-American Congressman Carlos Giménez Calls for Action After Major Blackout in Cuba
Published on 3/15/2025
Cuban Tourism Ministry's Misleading Energy Claims Amid Nationwide Blackouts
Published on 3/16/2025
Cuban Outrage and Distrust: Public Reaction to Fourth National Power Grid Collapse in Six Months
Published on 3/15/2025
Airports Remain Operational Despite Widespread Power Outage in Cuba
Published on 3/15/2025
Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Set for Immediate Maintenance
Published on 3/12/2025
Cuba Braces for Widespread Blackouts: Over 1,500 MW Shortfall Expected During Peak Hours
Published on 3/11/2025
Thermal Power Plant in Felton Faces Another Shutdown Due to Boiler Leak
Published on 3/8/2025
Endless Blackouts: Cuba's Electrical Generation Crisis Escalates
Published on 3/2/2025
Severe Power Crisis in Central and Eastern Cuba: "It's Like We've Been Unplugged"
Published on 2/26/2025
Cuban Leader Promises to Tackle Energy Crisis with Solar Parks
Published on 2/23/2025
Power Outages Persist in Cuba: Nine Thermoelectric Units Out of Commission
Published on 2/23/2025
Cuban Government Claims Cienfuegos Power Plant Will Be Functional by Summer
Published on 2/19/2025
Cuban Power Company Predicts Another Day of Severe Blackouts: The Ongoing Crisis
Published on 2/20/2025
Power Plant Breakdown in Nuevitas Intensifies Cuba's Energy Crisis
Published on 2/19/2025
Electricity System Crimes in Cuba Could Be Labeled as Sabotage
Published on 2/18/2025
Cuba Faces Another Week of Severe Power Outages: Eight Thermal Units Disrupted
Published on 2/18/2025
Cuba Faces Energy Crisis: Unprecedented Blackouts and Thermoelectric Shutdowns
Published on 2/14/2025
Power Outages Surge in Havana: Today's Forecast for the Capital
Published on 2/13/2025
Cuba Braces for Unprecedented Power Outages Amid Electric Grid Crisis
Published on 2/13/2025
Cuban Power Plant Felton Faces Significant Setback
Published on 2/12/2025
Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Faces Setbacks After SEN Synchronization
Published on 2/10/2025
Doubts Surround Stability as Guiteras Power Plant Rejoins National Grid
Published on 2/8/2025
Thermoelectric Plant Felton Rejoins National Electric Grid
Published on 2/8/2025
Power Outage Hits Havana Due to Critical Frequency Levels
Published on 2/7/2025
Cuba's Energy Crisis Worsens: Nine Power Plants Out of Commission
Published on 2/7/2025
Cuba Faces Unprecedented Blackout Crisis Amid Power Plant Failures
Published on 2/6/2025
Cuban Energy Crisis Deepens: State Power Company Struggles to Restore Guiteras Plant
Published on 2/5/2025
Power Outages in Cuba: Guiteras Power Plant Disconnects from National Grid Again
Published on 2/4/2025
Unscheduled Shutdown of Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Worsens Cuba's Energy Crisis
Published on 2/2/2025
Power Station Felton Disconnects from National Grid: Cuba Faces Increased Blackouts
Published on 1/31/2025
Forecast Predicts Severe Power Outages in Cuba
Published on 1/30/2025
Cuban Power Grid Struggles: Severe Energy Shortages Continue to Plague the Nation
Published on 1/29/2025
Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Experiences Extended Outage: Effects on Cuba's Electrical Grid
Published on 1/28/2025
Cuba Faces Another Week of Severe Blackouts Amid 1,400 MW Energy Shortfall
Published on 1/28/2025
Guiteras Power Plant Eyes Synchronization with National Grid on Wednesday, Weather Permitting
Published on 1/22/2025
Cuba Faces Widespread Blackouts Amidst Severe Energy Shortage
Published on 1/21/2025
Power Grid on the Brink: Repairs and Maintenance Spark Fears of Another Nationwide Blackout in Cuba
Published on 1/19/2025
Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Experiences Boiler Malfunction, Disconnected from National Grid
Published on 1/18/2025
Power Outages Surge in Cuba, Exceeding 1,500 MW
Published on 1/18/2025
New Insights Emerge Following Destructive Fire at Cienfuegos Power Plant Control Rooms
Published on 1/17/2025
Power Outages Expected Due to 770 MW Deficit During Saturday's Peak Hours
Published on 1/13/2025
Cuban Electric Company Reports Fewer Power Outages Across the Island
Published on 1/11/2025
Power Outages Surge to 767 MW, Leaving Cuba's Electric Deficit Unresolved
Published on 1/6/2025
Power Outages Surge Again in Cuba: "See, We Can Return to 'Normal'"
Published on 1/5/2025
Power Outages in Cuba: Slight Improvement in Electricity Generation on Year's Last Day
Published on 12/31/2024
Cuban Government Unveils Strategy to Tackle Blackouts by 2025
Published on 12/29/2024
Cuban Government Discloses Real Causes Behind Power Outages
Published on 12/28/2024
Cuban Government Unveils Ambitious Plan to End Power Outages
Published on 12/18/2024
Power Outages in Cuba Today: UNE Forecasts Reduced Impact
Published on 12/13/2024
Havana Faces Scheduled Power Outages Amid Energy Generation Deficit
Published on 12/12/2024
Cuba Continues to Experience Power Outages Due to Over 1,500 MW Deficit
Published on 12/10/2024
Gasoline Prices in Cuba: Activist Highlights Black Market Rates Reaching 700 Pesos per Liter
Published on 12/9/2024
Massive Power Outages Disrupt Cuba Over the Weekend
Published on 12/8/2024
How Safe Are Cuban Airports?
Published on 12/8/2024
Cuban Electric Union Updates on Felton Power Plant After Unexpected National Grid Failure
Published on 12/6/2024
Cuban Government Assures Hotels Have Uninterrupted Power Supply
Published on 12/6/2024
Camagüey University Halts Classes Amid Energy Crisis
Published on 12/5/2024
Power Outages Persist in Cuba Amid Severe Power Generation Shortfalls
Published on 12/5/2024
Restoration of Cuba's National Electric System Announced After Third Major Blackout
Published on 12/5/2024
Cuba Endures Three Nationwide Blackouts in Less Than Two Months
Published on 12/5/2024
Restart of Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Aims to Ease Cuba's Power Crisis
Published on 12/4/2024
Flights, Buses, and Trains Keep Running Amid Cuba's Widespread Power Outage
Published on 12/4/2024
Güines Records Coldest Nighttime Temperature Across Cuba
Published on 12/4/2024
Guiteras Power Plant Remains Unharmed After System Disconnect, Says Electric Union
Published on 12/4/2024
Art Critic on Latest Massive Blackout in Cuba: "The Only Thing Not Collapsing Is the Government"
Published on 12/4/2024
Havana Airport Remains Operational Despite Widespread Power Outage in Cuba
Published on 12/4/2024
Powerless Dawn in Cuba: A Day of Spiritual Significance Darkened by Electricity Outage
Published on 12/4/2024
Ulises Toirac Contemplates Being a Surprise Guest at Sandro Castro's Party
Published on 12/4/2024
Outrage as Cuba Faces Third Major Blackout: "A Different Kind of Collapse is Needed"
Published on 12/4/2024
Cuba Faces Nationwide Blackout as Guiteras Power Plant Fails Again
Published on 12/4/2024
Cuba Braces for Severe Power Outages Amid Massive Electricity Shortfall Predicted for Tuesday
Published on 12/3/2024
Power Restored in Guantánamo and Santiago: Ongoing Outages Due to Generation Shortfall
Published on 12/2/2024
Decree 110/2024: Assessing Its Broader Impact on Cuban Society
Published on 11/29/2024
Cuba Faces Widespread Blackouts Due to Major Power Deficit
Published on 11/28/2024
Cuban Government Introduces Emergency Power Outage Plan with Potential 72-Hour Blackouts
Published on 11/27/2024
Thermoelectric Plant Guiteras Temporarily Disconnected for Technical Adjustments After Synchronization
Published on 11/24/2024
Cuba Endures Extended Blackouts Due to Over 1,700 MW Power Shortfall
Published on 11/21/2024
Havana Declares Power Outages as "Emergency Measures"
Published on 11/21/2024
Electric Company in Santiago de Cuba Offers Mere 5 Hours of Power Daily: "It Could Be Less"
Published on 11/18/2024
Government Limits Santiago de Cuba to Just Four Hours of Electricity Daily
Published on 11/18/2024
First High-Voltage Tower Reinstalled After Hurricane Rafael's Destruction in Artemisa
Published on 11/16/2024
Cuba Faces Widespread Power Outages Amid Severe Energy Deficit
Published on 11/16/2024
Havana Power Company Announces "Emergency" Blackouts Lasting Up to 5 Hours
Published on 11/14/2024
Endless Power Outages Plague Cuba as Electrical Grid Faces Major Shortfall
Published on 11/14/2024
Pinar del Río Restores Power Grid Connection Following Hurricane Rafael
Published on 11/12/2024
Energy Crisis in Cuba: Power Outages Expected to Exceed 800 MW
Published on 11/11/2024
Carnival Celebrations in Havana: A November Uncertainty
Published on 11/11/2024
Cuban Power Company Predicts Over 700 MW of Blackouts on Sunday
Published on 11/10/2024
Cuban Prosecutor's Office Confirms Arrests Following Protests Against Prolonged Blackouts
Published on 11/10/2024
Transgender Artist Kiriam Gutiérrez Highlights 96 Hours Without Power or Water
Published on 11/9/2024
Power Outage Sparks Protests Against Government in Encrucijada
Published on 11/8/2024
Cuban Government Claims National Power Grid is Back Online
Published on 11/8/2024
Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Returns Online After Widespread Blackout
Published on 11/7/2024
Western Cuban Provinces Face Prolonged Power Outages
Published on 11/7/2024
Havana Building Collapse Amidst Hurricane Rafael's Wrath
Published on 11/7/2024
Widespread Power Outage in Cuba as National Electric System Disconnects
Published on 11/6/2024
Cuban Government Plans "Voluntary Power Shutdown" as Hurricane Rafael's Winds Intensify
Published on 11/6/2024
Chinese Company Claims Solar Energy as Cuba's "Ultimate Solution"
Published on 11/5/2024
Power Outages in Havana: Electric Company Warns of Over Four-Hour Blackouts Today
Published on 11/5/2024
Power Outages on the Rise in Cuba: Seven Thermal Units Offline and Fuel Crisis Looms
Published on 11/4/2024
Cienfuegos Power Plant Block 4 Returns to Operation After Repairs
Published on 11/4/2024
Power Company in Santiago Faces Challenges Meeting Outage Schedule Due to Generation Shortfall
Published on 10/30/2024
Non-Governmental Organization Reports Numerous Protests in Cuba Amid Widespread Blackout
Published on 10/29/2024
Prolonged Power Outages Plague Holguín Residents for Over 11 Hours
Published on 10/28/2024
Havana Residents Face Scheduled Power Outages Until November 3
Published on 10/27/2024
Return to "Normalcy": Cuban Power Outages Near 1,000 MW
Published on 10/26/2024
Power Outages in Cuba: Electrical Grid Faces Nearly 1,000 MW Deficit Today
Published on 10/26/2024
U.S. Embassy in Cuba Addresses Consular Services Amidst Crisis
Published on 10/26/2024
Cuban Energy Authorities Clash Over Scheduled Power Outages Amid Denial of Another Blackout
Published on 10/24/2024
Power Outages Persist in Cuba Amidst Generation Capacity Shortfall Despite SEN Synchronization
Published on 10/23/2024
Cuba Extends Shutdown: Classes and Work Remain Suspended Until October 27
Published on 10/23/2024
Miami Exile Coalition Demands Díaz-Canel's Resignation
Published on 10/22/2024
Gas Cylinder Skyrockets to 60,000 Pesos in Ciego de Ávila Amid Energy Crisis
Published on 10/21/2024
Cuban Electric Union Implements Regional Strategy to Maintain Power "Stability" Amid Disconnections
Published on 10/21/2024
Liuba María Hevia Steps Away from Social Media Amidst Cuba's Power Outage
Published on 10/21/2024
Another Major Power Outage Hits Cuba as 10 de Octubre Power Plant Experiences "Trip"
Published on 10/20/2024
U.S. Embassy in Cuba Halts Services Amid Power Crisis
Published on 10/20/2024
Cuban Government Halts Cultural Day Festivities Amid Power Outage and Hurricane Threat
Published on 10/20/2024
Universities in Villa Clara Halt Classes Indefinitely Due to Severe Energy Crisis in Cuba
Published on 10/20/2024
Willy Chirino Calls for the Removal of Cuba's Ruthless Regime to End Suffering
Published on 10/20/2024
Cubans Flock to Charge Phones Amid Ongoing Blackout in Havana
Published on 10/20/2024
Cuban Leader Díaz-Canel Attempts to Revive National Power Grid After Another Major Outage
Published on 10/19/2024
Cuban Government Attempts to Restart Antonio Guiteras Power Plant to "Strengthen" National Electric System
Published on 10/19/2024
Cuban Citizens Demand Leaders Step Down and Hand Over the Nation
Published on 10/19/2024
Massive Blackout Paralyzes Cuba: What We Know So Far
Published on 10/19/2024
Massive Blackout Hits Cuba: "No Set Time for Power Restoration"
Published on 10/18/2024
Ulises Toirac Foresees Tougher Times Ahead After Marrero's Remarks: "We're Stuck in a Vicious Cycle"
Published on 10/18/2024
Cuba Faces Unprecedented Power Outages Predicted by UNE for Thursday
Published on 10/17/2024
Power Company Warns of Increased Blackouts in Havana Due to Severe Generation Shortfall
Published on 10/16/2024
Cuba Faces Intensified Power Outages: Cienfuegos Power Plant Disconnects from National Grid
Published on 10/15/2024
Power Outages Worsen in Cuba Amid Nearly 1,400 MW Deficit
Published on 10/14/2024
Power Outages Exceeding 1,200 MW in Cuba, But Electricity Bills Remain Unchanged
Published on 10/12/2024
Power Outages in Cuba Exceed 1,300 MW with No Solution in Sight
Published on 10/9/2024
Havana Faces Multiple Power Outages Due to Generation Deficit
Published on 9/29/2024
Frequent Power Outages in Cuba Due to Significant Generation Deficit
Published on 9/25/2024
Cuba braces for large-scale blackouts as nearly 1,000 MW shortfall expected today
Published on 9/24/2024
Cuban Leader Díaz-Canel Attends Renewable Energy Fair Amid Severe Blackouts
Published on 9/21/2024
Prolonged Blackouts Highlight Severe Power Generation Shortfall in Cuba
Published on 9/20/2024
Cuba Faces Escalating Blackouts as Energy Crisis Deepens
Published on 9/18/2024
Power Outages in Cuba: UNE Predicts Severe Impact for Friday
Published on 9/13/2024
Power Outages in Cuba: Electric Union Predicts Over 700 MW Shortfall
Published on 9/12/2024
Power Outages Expected to Affect 570 MW in Cuba, Says UNE
Published on 9/11/2024
Power Outages in Cuba: UNE Predicts 820 MW Shortfall
Published on 9/9/2024
Cuban Electrical Union Warns of Sunday Power Outages
Published on 9/1/2024
Díaz-Canel Dispatches Marrero Cruz to Oversee Repairs at Antonio Guiteras Power Plant
Published on 8/31/2024
Repairs at Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Reveal Greater Damage Than Expected
Published on 8/31/2024
Thermal Power Plant Guiteras Faces Delays in Reconnecting to National Grid
Published on 8/29/2024
Cuban Electric Union Struggles Amid Power Generation Deficit
Published on 8/27/2024
Power Outages Announced for Monday as Electricity Generation Deficit Rises Again
Published on 8/26/2024
Cienfuegos Power Plant to Gradually Resume Electricity Supply to National Grid
Published on 8/23/2024
Power Outages to Last Two Hours Daily in Havana Amid "Emergency"
Published on 8/22/2024
Record Power Outages Predicted for Cuba This Summer
Published on 8/22/2024
Cuban Electric Company Predicts Another Day of Major Power Outages
Published on 8/18/2024
Power Outages in Cuba Worsen Daily Life with Cuts Reaching 833 MW
Published on 8/17/2024
Power Outages Surge in Cuba Due to Thermoelectric Plant Failures
Published on 8/10/2024
Power Outages Plague Cuba This Summer Despite Government Promises
Published on 8/3/2024
Power Outages Continue Relentlessly in Cuba: Nearly 800 MW Shortages Expected During Peak Hours
Published on 7/31/2024
Rolling Blackouts Intensify in Cuba Amid Summer Heat Due to Fuel Shortages and "Unexpected Breakdowns"
Published on 7/19/2024
Unit 1 of Felton Power Plant Back Online After Breakdown
Published on 6/15/2024
Cuba Faces Ongoing Power Outages: Nearly 1,000 MW Deficit
Published on 6/6/2024
Cuban Power Company Predicts Fewer Blackouts Despite Ongoing Plant Failures
Published on 6/4/2024
Guiteras Power Plant to Reconnect to National Grid "As Soon As Possible"
Published on 6/2/2024
Antonio Guiteras Power Plant Shuts Down Due to Oil Leak
Published on 6/1/2024
Government Limits Nighttime Blackouts in Havana: "Only in Emergencies"
Published on 5/29/2024
Cienfuegos Erupts in Protests After 12-Hour Blackout
Published on 5/29/2024
Power Outages Forecasted by Cuban Electric Company Due to 650 MW Deficit During Peak Hours
Published on 5/22/2024