As part of the XII Ecuadorian Congress of Geology, Mining, Petroleum, and Environment (CEGMIPA 2025), the Director of Studies, Projects, and Information of the Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE), Fitzgerald Cantero, participated as a panelist in the sessions focused on the energy and environmental future of Ecuador.
During his presentation, Cantero emphasized that Ecuador has a highly renewable energy matrix, particularly in hydroelectric generation, but that there remains significant untapped potential in solar, wind, and geothermal energy.
“Investing in flexibility, smart grids, and regional integration is essential to ensure energy security and fully harness our resources,” said Cantero.
The Congress brought together representatives from the public, private, and academic sectors, as well as international organizations, to discuss strategic challenges of Ecuador’s energy system within the broader context of the regional energy transition.
OLADE reaffirms its commitment to providing technical support to member countries to foster resilient, diversified, and sustainable energy systems through strategic planning, regional cooperation, and universal access to clean energy.
