Scheduled maintenance on the Marcel Laniado de Wind hydroelectric plant in Ecuador is set to conclude by the end of February, as part of efforts to enhance the reliability of the electrical system.
In Ecuador, the Marcel Laniado de Wind hydroelectric plant, with a capacity of 213 megawatts, is undergoing important maintenance that began this month and is expected to conclude by the end of February. This facility is part of the Jaime Roldós Aguilera Multipurpose Complex, which features the largest reservoir in the country, Daule Peripa, holding around 6,000 hectometers cubed of water. In comparison, this water storage capacity is fifteen times greater than that of the Mazar reservoir in the Paute Integral Hydroelectric Complex, although Paute generates more energy overall.
The scheduled maintenance, which had not been conducted since 2022, includes critical work on the butterfly valves of the three turbines at the Marcel Laniado plant. According to Pablo Espinoza, manager of the Hidronación business unit at the Corporación Eléctrica del Ecuador (Celec), the maintenance is essential to ensure the reliability and efficiency of the plant's operations. Currently, the load gates at the plant are closed due to the ongoing works, affecting the power generation temporarily.
This maintenance initiative underscores the commitment of the Ecuadorian government and Celec to preserve the integrity and functionality of the country's electrical infrastructure. By prioritizing the upkeep of key facilities like the Marcel Laniado de Wind, authorities aim to secure a robust energy supply for the nation, particularly as it faces growing energy demands and the need for sustainable power strategies moving forward.
