National Electric System
Explore the challenges facing Cuba's National Electric System, including frequent blackouts, power plant failures, and a persistent energy deficit amid public unrest.
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