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February 10, 2023

How Will Genera PR Affect Puerto Rico’s Power Production?

Puerto Rico last month privatized electricity generation, nearly two years after it privatized power transmission and distribution. The island has suffered repeated power outages. // File Photo: U.S. Army.

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David J. Carrasquillo Medrano, planning & community development manager and Jonathan Castillo Polanco, green energy & critical services manager, both at Hispanic Federation Puerto Rico: “The privatization of electricity generation in Puerto Rico has sparked controversy as the process excluded the input of its people. The outcome of the previous privatization of power transmission and distribution has been unsatisfactory, as frequent outages—attributed in part to the downscaling in the work force–and rising bills have left residents vulnerable and frustrated. Privatization processes and contracts must serve the interests of residents and hold companies accountable for their performance and actions. This includes…”

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