Colombia’s Andeg, an association representing electricity companies, has strongly criticized President Gustavo Petro’s announcement to liquidate Air-e, a utility serving the Caribbean coastal departments of Atlántico, Magdalena, and La Guajira. Andeg labeled the move “irresponsible and illegal,” warning it jeopardizes electricity service for 1.3 million households. Alejandro Castañeda, a representative of Andeg, voiced concerns about the potential disruption to power supply in the region. The announcement follows ongoing disputes between the government and Air-e regarding service quality and investment. Details surrounding the legal basis for the liquidation remain unclear, fueling further uncertainty. The government has yet to respond directly to Andeg’s criticisms, but has previously cited concerns over Air-e’s performance. This situation raises questions about the future of energy provision in these key Colombian departments.