Havana Province, Cuba. - The measures implemented in Havana Province to cut down electricity consumption are already paying off. Excessive energy consumption has been contained and this territory now ranks as one of the best in the country in this important task.

The need for rational policies concerning electric power consumption is no secret for the inhabitants of this small and heroic Island. Not so long ago, there was a time when blackouts were much too frequent.

The impact of the global economic crisis compels all Cubans to take exceptional measures in order to avoid the annoying blackouts. The country must allocate financial resources to buy fuel and food, whose prices in the world market are on the rise. On the other hand, the prices of exportable assets, like nickel, have dropped significantly.

It is good to know that saving awareness has consolidated in Havana Province. This has enabled it to be one of the 3 provinces in the country that stick to their monthly consumption plans.

We are not totally pleased with what we have achieved so far. Therefore, further control measures will be implemented in order to increase the capacity of the territory to react to any power contingency.

That is the answer of people who know that each and every step in this direction brings them closer to the ultimate victory against the heavy boot of the blockade.


Translated by: Pedro A. Fanego

( 03.12.2009 10:13 AM )