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Cuban National Sentenced for Sabotaging Solar Park Components

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The Provincial People's Court of Pinar del Río sentenced Yoelvys Álvarez Gavilán to 12 years in prison for stealing screws and other accessories from the La Barbarita photovoltaic park in Consolación del Sur. The court classified the actions as sabotage against the National Electric System, citing Article 125 of Cuba's Penal Code No. 151. The park, which was inaugurated in May 2025, has an installed capacity of 21.8 MWp and has generated 1,173 MWh since connecting to the National Electric System.

From cubaheadlines.com

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The theft of essential components was highlighted by the prosecutor as having a detrimental impact on the country's economy and citizens' lives. La Barbarita is the first of four planned solar parks in Pinar del Río as part of the national renewable energy program, and authorities have noted over 460 criminal investigations related to offenses against the National Electric System.

Pinar del Río is a province within Cuba.

From cubaheadlines.com

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    The province might face increased operational costs and security risks for critical infrastructure.

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