In Venezuela on Sunday, may 1, entered into force on the orders of President Nicolas Maduro about the clock for 30 minutes ahead to save electricity. This measure milanesiana in mid-April to fight hit the country the energy crisis.
As explained by the Minister of science and technology of Venezuela, Jorge Arreas, hands on half an hour ahead will help to reduce electricity consumption in the dark. According to the Minister, the night use of air conditioning and lighting are one of the largest articles of consumption of energy, reports BBC.
Recall from the end of April to combat the energy crisis, public servants were allowed to work only two days a week – on Mondays and Tuesdays.
At the same time Venezuelan authorities announced the upcoming daily vernaculaire electricity in several regions and has imposed four-hour limit on the supply of electricity for 40 days. The reason for the forced action was a severe drought, which has led to a significant decrease in electricity production. The authorities hope that this time will be able to stabilize the water level at the dam of the hydroelectric power station Guri.
Last week, Venezuela began protests and riots against the shortage of electricity and closure of state institutions.
The BBC reminds that a similar energy crisis due to drought happened in the country in 2010. Then President Hugo Chavez was forced to declare a state of emergency.
