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Drought has shrunk Ecuador 's reservoirs and its hydroelectric dams have had to power down.
The government has been forced to cut electricity to homes for hours at a stretch.
Climate change is increasing the annual variability of precipitation, leading to more extreme highs and lows that render hydropower much less reliable.
Ecuador is particularly vulnerable; it relies on hydroelectricity for nearly 80 percent of its power.
Effective management strategies for handling climate challenges will be essential, and will vary by region.
Rainwater harvesting systems capture and store heavy rainfall in localized systems.
Modernizing the grid can enhance its ability to handle fluctuations in demand.
Countries should also invest in other renewable sources to diversify their power supply.
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