AES EEO invests more than US$431 thousand to guarantee the quality of electricity service in the eastern region of the country

February 12, 2025

With the arrival of the dry season and hot weather, the energy company is preparing to handle the increase in energy demand and guarantee continuous and safe service to its industrial, commercial, and residential customers.

Two electrical workers in safety gear and helmets perform maintenance on a high-voltage substation. One worker is using tools to adjust equipment while standing on a ladder among thick red and black cables. Another worker is elevated on a nearby power pole. Several orange and white utility trucks are parked along the street, with a building and green hills visible in the background.

AES El Salvador, through its distribution company AES EEO, has started the year with a significant investment of more than US$431 thousand aimed at optimizing the quality of the electricity service for more than 162,000 customers in the eastern part of the country.

This investment includes a series of essential projects, such as the maintenance of distribution lines, the construction of new electrical networks, the optimization of substations, the replacement of infrastructure, the improvement of the telecontrol system and the tree trimming to prevent contact with the power lines.

Three electrical workers in safety gear and helmets repair power lines on a transmission tower. Two workers are secured with harnesses on the metal structure, while a third is elevated in a bucket truck using insulated gloves to handle high-voltage wires. The background shows a bright blue sky with power lines stretching across the image.

 

Luis Alfaro, Chief Commercial Officer of AES EEO, highlighted the importance of these works to raise service standards in the departments of San Miguel, Usulután, La Unión and Morazán: “This effort reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and to offer a quality supply that positively impacts the quality of life in the communities of the Eastern region”, said Alfaro.

The company also seeks to strengthen the electrical infrastructure in this key area of the country, which is experiencing economic growth in strategic sectors such as tourism, industry and commerce. This will allow for safer and more efficient energy distribution, especially during the high demand season. With this investment, AES EEO reaffirms its commitment to providing a world-class electric service that accompanies the economic and social development of all Salvadorans.

Aerial view of an electrical substation under maintenance, with workers in safety gear performing tasks. Several utility trucks, including orange and white vehicles, are parked nearby. A blue tent and a white tent with the "AES" logo are set up. Electrical lines extend from the substation, and a paved road runs alongside. Surrounding the area are patches of dry grass, trees, and a dirt path.