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[^2]\n\nCREG executive director Adriana María Jiménez said in September 2026 that international forecasts estimate up to 81% probability of very strong El Niño between October and December 2026, with lower water inflows to reservoirs during peak energy demand. [^3]\n\nUnder the program, ElectroHuila will set monthly consumption goals for each user based on their average usage over the past 12 months, with September 2026 as a pedagogical period and penalties or rewards starting in October 2026. [^4]\n\nUsers who consume more than 10% above their monthly goal will face surcharges on excess kilowatt-hours: 30% for strata 1-3, 50% for strata 4-6, and 70% for industrial and regulated commercial users. [^5]\n\nGermán Calderón España, the Anti-Corruption Coordinator in the new administration, requested an investigation by the Procuraduría into Cuellar's appointment. [^6]\n\nThe shareholder assembly approved the reform of the social statutes that established Cuellar's fixed term with 83.030% favorable participation. [^7]\n\nCuellar denies accusations of nepotism, stating that the 170 new hires were third-party contractors representing labor risks. 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