Winter temperatures are already being felt in much of the country. Given the forecasts that speak of a new cold front that can leave historical minimum marks for this time and sustained demand despite the recession, The Government and the energy companies activated the alerts starting from what is called the pre-emergency phase in the sector..
It’s about a permanent monitoring and cutting of supply for those users with interruptible contractsas are those that some industries and CNG stations have.
The aim is to ensure that there is no shortage of gas in homes, businesses and essential services, as well as those industries with firm contracts (which pay for the most expensive fluid precisely to guarantee the service).
The stage is preventive, sources from the sector commented to TN. A protocol that the entire industry put in place, and the Government was in charge of reminding the energy players.
To illustrate the situation, the sources consulted highlighted that at this point in May gas consumption doubles that recorded for the same date in 2023, when temperatures were more benign.
