Hace 15 años, Uruguay atravesaba una crisis energética debido a su dependencia de los combustibles fósiles. Hoy, la nación produce un 98 % de su electricidad de energías renovables (e incluso exporta energía sobrante a países vecinos). ¿Cómo consiguieron cambiar las cosas tan rápido? El ex-secretario de energía, Ramón Méndez Galain, explica cómo lograron este cambio sin precedentes... y comparte cómo cualquier otro país puede hacer lo mismo.

Uruguay transformed from a nation plagued by blackouts and soaring energy costs to one sourcing 98 percent of its electricity from renewables in just five years. By combining wind, solar, hydropower, and biomass, the country slashed its annual electricity bill by nearly half and now emits 30 times less greenhouse gases per kilowatt hour than the global average. This shift sparked massive investment and job growth, showing that reliable, affordable clean power is within reach anywhere. The secret was strong political will, innovative planning, and a commitment to long-term agreements.

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Ramón Méndez Galain: Este país funciona con un 98 % de electricidad renovable