Ecuador’s energy sector is heavily reliant on hydropower, which accounted for roughly 70-79% of electricity generation in 2023-2024, supplemented by oil-fired thermal plants.

Ecuador is developing a national green hydrogen strategy aimed at leveraging its significant hydroelectric surplus to produce clean energy for local industry, transportation, and future export. The roadmap, supported by the IDB and German consultants, outlines a three-phase plan (2025-2030+) to decarbonize sectors like transportation.