Colombia has implemented new measures to reduce electricity consumption amid an ongoing drought that has severely affected hydroelectric power generation. Households and businesses exceeding their monthly average consumption will face additional fees, while those conserving energy will receive discounts. The government aims to curb electricity waste and help replenish reservoirs. The prolonged dry spell, attributed to the El Niño weather pattern, has also led to water rationing in Bogotá and power cuts in Ecuador, where 75% of electricity relies on hydroelectric sources.