An aerial view of the Coca Codo Sinclair dam in Ecuador. An extraordinary drought has drained Ecuador’s rivers and reservoirs, leading to power outages of up to 14 hours. Some fear this is the beginning of a larger global crisis. — ©2025 The New York Times Company
A DECADE ago, Ecuador embarked on a bold transition to hydroelectric power, aiming to harness its abundant rivers to meet growing energy demands.
The government envisioned a prosperous future, where sustainable energy would drive economic expansion, lifting millions from poverty.
