One of the most effective rules in mass manipulation is to keep alive the hope for a better future, and under this premise, the Cuban Prime Minister, Manuel Marrero Cruz, assured this weekend that the government's main priority is to “recover the National Electric System (SEN),” and that they are focusing on investments, particularly in solar parks, to achieve this.
During a tour of the municipality of Gibara, in Holguín, Marrero stated that "efforts are being made to ensure that the situation improves by summer," although he did not specify dates or technical details regarding the actual capacity of these projects or their immediate impact, reported the official newspaper Granma.
"We are focused on continuing investments, especially in photovoltaic parks to reduce blackouts, which will change the country's economy and the lives of its people," he declared to the press that reported on his visit.
The promise arrives at a time when Cubans are facing daily power outages exceeding 15 hours, impacting not only daily life but also food production, storage, and basic services.
That is why it is very difficult to believe in their words when practice, the criterion of truth, shows that for years the energy crisis has affected the population, which cannot see even a glimmer of hope at the end of the road.
While insisting that "we will gradually see the results," Marrero also reiterated the formula of appealing to local effort, urging communities to generate their own solutions.
He proposed, for example, to set up organoponics using rustic wood and local watering cans to produce food in just 30 days, as if access to supplies, seeds, and water were not also part of the structural crisis.
The prime minister's speech once again emphasized the need to transform the mentality of the cadres and public officials, stating that “we cannot allow the collectives to lose their spirit due to a leader who is not capable.” However, at no point did he acknowledge the lack of concrete results from those structures despite years of unfulfilled promises.
He also did not acknowledge that he, along with the regime's leadership, are the ones who direct those officials who, during their "visits," become the target of criticism.
Marrero also addressed the situation of the elderly, the bureaucracy that hinders access to procedures and medications in rural areas, and the poor management of usufruct lands, but he did not announce any concrete solutions beyond suggestions and calls to “not tolerate shoddy work.”
In his speech, he again mentioned the U.S. embargo as “the main issue”, but added that there should be no “self-blockade”, an idea suggesting that the regime is always looking for new distractions to blame for its inefficiency.
For a population suffering from power outages, food shortages, collapsing hospitals, and insufficient wages, investing in solar parks sounds good on paper, but it is unlikely to make up for years of neglect, improvisation, and lack of accountability.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Crisis and Promises of the Cuban Government
What does the Cuban government promise to improve the National Electric System (SEN)?
The Cuban government promises the installation of solar parks to revive the National Electric System (SEN), aiming to reduce blackouts and improve the country's economy. However, the lack of technical details and a history of unfulfilled promises generate skepticism about their actual impact.
What is the role of renewable energy in Cuba's energy strategy?
Renewable energy is key to Cuba's energy strategy, with plans to build 55 solar parks that will generate 1,200 MW by 2025. Despite the promises, the lack of batteries to store energy limits its effectiveness, keeping blackouts as a persistent problem.
What challenges does the Cuban government face in implementing its energy plan?
The Cuban government faces challenges such as a lack of investment and outdated infrastructure to implement its energy plan. Dependence on foreign technologies and the scarcity of critical components complicate the execution of large-scale projects, such as the integration of solar energy into the National Electric System.
How does the energy crisis affect the daily lives of Cubans?
The energy crisis is causing prolonged blackouts that affect the daily lives of Cubans, impacting key sectors such as the economy, health, and social welfare. Government promises of improvements have not resulted in concrete solutions, leaving the population in an unsustainable situation.
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