by Rebeca Mendoza | Sep 2, 2024 | Volume 8, Issue 48
The government is exploring the potential of Ecuador’s 22 active volcanoes to diversify power generation and reduce dependence on hydroelectric plants. Amid the electricity sector emergency declared by the government on August 15, 2024, and the plans to acquire...
by Rebeca Mendoza | Sep 2, 2024 | Volume 8, Issue 48
The process was launched by mandate of a popular consultation. In 2024, the plan is to close 10 wells, with 48 wells to be shut down annually from 2025 to 2028, and the remaining 44 wells scheduled for closure in 2029. Operations in Block 43-ITT (Ishpingo, Tambococha,...
by Rebeca Mendoza | Sep 2, 2024 | Volume 8, Issue 48
A judge’s order to reopen three closed impeachment proceedings could intensify the ongoing dispute with the government. Several legislators are expected to seek re-election. The National Assembly is back in session after its legislative recess, focusing on disputes,...
by Rebeca Mendoza | Sep 2, 2024 | Volume 8, Issue 48
Research conducted by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has revealed that marmoset monkeys engage in name-calling behavior, a trait previously observed only in humans, dolphins, and African elephants. Naming others is considered a sign of highly advanced cognition in...
by Rebeca Mendoza | Sep 2, 2024 | Volume 8, Issue 48
The Turkish company Karpowership faces fines for missing deadlines Problems with the anchoring of the Powership Emre Bey barge at Las Esclusas, south of Guayaquil, could result in Karpowership facing up to three types of fines, including one per thousand (1×1,000) of...
