Innovation is a fundamental factor within the electricity sector and if you have ever wondered how it is managed within the environment, the following is of interest to you. In a country so diverse in opinions and positions, there is one point on which all sectors agree: the need to invest in electricity infrastructure for Guatemala’s development.
Strategic projects are currently underway in the energy transmission and transportation sector, but what is the real impact of these investments? This is something we can quickly see in the quality and reliability of the electricity supply, as well as in the productive expansion and national industrial development.
Conecta has innovation in its DNA and seeks to be at the forefront with emblematic projects whose ultimate purpose is to improve people’s quality of life and contribute to the economic and social development of Guatemala.
In this sense, we want to show how Conecta, con proyectos emblemáticos, está contribuyendo al avance económico en Guatemala and improving the quality of life of its citizens.
Transformative projects in the energy sector
Boosting Transmission Capacity with the South Pacific Ring
The South Pacific Ring (APS) represents a significant advance in Guatemala’s electricity transmission infrastructure. Approved by the National Electrical Energy Commission (CNEE), this project has been crucial to improving the quality and reliability of the energy supply, facilitating access to electricity in key areas and stimulating the growth of the industrial sector.
Expansion and modernization with La Vega II Substation
The expansion of La Vega II substation has marked a turning point in Guatemala’s transmission capacity, improving service in the center and southwest of the country.
This initiative has increased the stability and capacity of energy transmission, demonstrating how investments in electrical infrastructure are vital for energy efficiency and the reduction of operating costs, thus contributing to a more favorable environment for economic growth.
Technological innovation and service improvement
The incorporation of Multi-Stage Reactive Compensation Equipment and the creation of the Interface Substation are examples of how technological innovation in the electricity sector improves service quality. These improvements not only benefit people with superior energy service, but also open doors to new development opportunities, such as rural electrification and the connection of new users, demonstrating the link between access to quality energy and socioeconomic progress.
Modesto Méndez Project: raising service quality
The Modesto Méndez substation project is crucial to increasing the reliability of the transmission grid and substations in Guatemala. With the increase in voltage levels in the transmission system, a substantial improvement in the quality of service is expected, contributing to a significant reduction in power losses and, therefore, in system operating costs.
Investment in electricity infrastructure in Guatemala is a key catalyst for economic growth. By improving the quality, reliability, and capacity of electricity supply, power transmission and transportation projects enhance industrial development and promote social inclusion and sustainability. This inclusive approach to the energy sector reflects a commitment to long-term development, underscoring how strategic investments in electric power are critical to the country’s economic advancement and overall well-being.
We explore how investment in electric power infrastructure is driving economic growth in Guatemala.
