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CNEE through time
The reform of the electric sector begins, along with a national dialogue with participation from the public and private sectors.
- The dismantling of INDE’s monopoly and the creation of a regulatory body are proposed.
- In 1982, the Aguacapa hydroelectric plant (90 MW) begins operation.
- The Law for the Promotion of New and Renewable Energy Sources is approved (Decree 20-86).
The 1991 energy crisis with 39 days without electricity accelerates the changes.
- The first energy purchase contracts with co-generators, such as sugar mills, emerge due to the State’s inability to meet electricity demand.
- With the INDE Organic Law (1994), the Government’s role in tariff setting is eliminated.
- In 1996, the General Electricity Law is approved.
- In 1997, the National Electric Power Commission (CNEE) was created.
The Social Tariff Law (2000) is approved to support low-income households.
- Expansion of electric coverage through the Rural Electrification Program (PER).
- Renewable generation grows with hydroelectric projects such as Río Bobos, Secacao, Las Vacas, and Renace.
- The Indicative Generation Plan 2008-2022 and the Transmission Expansion Plan 2008-2018 are promoted.
The PEG-1-2010, PEG-2-2012, and PEG-3-2013 tenders are conducted for long-term energy procurement for the distribution companies EEGSA, DEORSA, and DEOCSA.
- The Energy Transmission System Expansion Plans (PET and PETNAC) are implemented.
- The Government launches the Energy Policy 2013-2027 and the National Energy Plan 2017-2032.
- Energy consumption grows 3.35% annually, reflecting increased electricity demand in the country.
Energy planning is strengthened with new procurement processes.
- PEG-4-2022 secures the contracting of 235 MW long-term.
- Energy purchase prices are reduced by 20% compared to previous tenders.
- The participation of renewable energy and natural gas in the national supply increases.
The open tender PEG-5-2025 is launched for the contracting of 1,400 MW of firm capacity and associated energy, with the purpose of covering end-user demand until 2045.
- The open tender PET-3-2025 will contribute to strengthening and modernizing the country’s energy transmission system, enabling the connection of new generation projects and facilitating the expansion of electric coverage in the interior of the country, which will result in a more reliable energy service with greater coverage and better quality.
Quarterly adjustments
The CNEE updates quarterly the calculation process for base tariffs and tariff adjustments for Empresa Eléctrica de Guatemala, S.A. (EEGSA), Distribuidora de Electricidad de Occidente, S.A. (DEOCSA), Distribuidora de Electricidad de Oriente, S.A. (DEORSA), and 16 municipal electric companies.
These adjustments ensure that tariffs reflect the actual costs of providing electricity service.
Resolutions
The CNEE, through its Board of Directors, issues resolutions in the exercise of the functions and powers established in the General Electricity Law, its Regulations, and other applicable regulations. In this section, resolutions can be consulted by year, date of issuance, subject matter, and/or resolved issue.
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