Venezuelans Rage as Blackouts Intensify
Tensions arise as the interim government increases power rationing and US diplomat John Barrett checks out the Guri Dam
Delcy Rodríguez asked Venezuelans to save water and electricity, claiming “it’s easy” and “it costs nothing.” Protests are spreading in cities across the country as government-imposed power rationing intensifies.
Tensions arise as the interim government increases power rationing and US diplomat John Barrett checks out the Guri Dam
Delcy Rodríguez on August 2:
“I want to ask everyone to support the most important plan of all: the plan to save electricity and water. This is a plan that calls for awareness.”
“There are simple actions we can all take. They cost nothing and help us build a broader sense of civic responsibility and, above all, a deeper commitment to nature.”
Energy expert Luisa Palacios says recovering our grid requires guarantees, hefty long-term investment and a redefined role for private companies
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