OPINION: Win-win hydro solution

THE AGREEMENT between the Government and the Ngäbe Bugle indigenous leadership, around the hydroelectric project Barro Blanco, unlocks a Gordian knot that roiled the search for solutions to the urgent demand for energy that the current development of the country requires. 

The socio-environmental conflict generated by this project seemed to be resolved and proide  over time a just solution for all parties. The agreement, without being perfect, means of all sectors of the country can benefit.

It also represents development guarantees to the most neglected regions of the country, such as indigenous areas, which will benefit, and be included in the project.

With a growing demand for energy, resulting from population growth and new public and private infrastructure in the country, Panama needs clarity for the efficient and sustainable use of its resources, which result in tangible benefits for the entire population.