How much electricity does Ecuador need?

Ecuador had a peak demand of 5,110 MW in May 2025, and according to CENACE, electricity demand grows by 360 MW every year. Ecuador’s energy shortage could result in a recurrence of power outages, particularly in the dry season of September through December. Ecuador has added minimal generation in recent years.

How much energy did Ecuador lose in 2024?

According to Ecuador’s Central Bank, power outages caused economic losses of about $2 billion in 2024. In 2024, Ecuador’s generation capacity was 9,255 megawatts (MW), of which 5,686 MW (61 percent) was renewable energy sources, and 3,569 MW (39 percent) was non-renewable energy sources (fossil fuels derived from oil and natural gas).

What type of energy does Ecuador use?

Ecuador’s renewable energy is comprised of hydro power (5,419 MW), biomass (1550 MW), wind (71 MW), photovoltaic (29 MW), and biogas (11 MW). Hydroelectric power plants are in three regions: coastal (2 provinces), Andes (9 provinces), and Amazon (4 provinces).

What are the key uncertainties for Ecuador's energy sector?

One of the key uncertainties for Ecuador’s energy sector is the 2022 Economic Growth. This issue has a particular interest since the post-pandemic period requires several strategies to reactivate the economy, while creating new jobs.

How will oil prices affect Ecuador's economy in 2022?

As Ecuador’s economy is dependent on oil production, the last year rise in its price will have a beneficial impact for the country’s economy in 2022, but, at the same time, will cause a hit to citizenship due to the fuel prices adjustment, compounded by the government ́s decision to reduce subsidies.