Published on Wednesday, March 12, 2025
By the A.M. Costa Rica staff

Improvements to the electrical infrastructure were developed in Quepos Beach and Parrita Canton, located in Puntarenas Province, according to the Electricity Institute (ICE).

The project, which benefits approximately 5,000 customers, includes the installation of 15 miles of wiring, semi-insulated cables with animal protection covers, concrete poles, and new electric transformers. These upgrades are designed to enhance electricity and telecommunications services in the region.

The improvements are being made during the peak tourist season, which runs from December 2024 to June 2025. Throughout this period, power demand typically surges as hotels, restaurants, and other tourism-related businesses experience increased activity due to an influx of travelers seeking warm weather in Costa Rica.

"As tourism continues to grow on the Central Pacific Coast, especially during the peak season, ICE is working to ensure a reliable power supply to meet the rising demand," said Sebastián Álvarez, a representative from the Institute.

In recent developments, ICE has extended electrical service to 12 rural communities for the first time.

ICE, the state-owned provider of electricity and telecommunications services in Costa Rica, continues to invest in infrastructure improvements to support the country’s growing population and tourism sector.

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