Cubans are coming up with creative ways to generate power when their island has almost none left
Havana — How to conserve cellphone battery when recharging options are scarce; how to preserve food when the fridge isn’t working; how to cope with the heat when air-conditioners aren’t an option; how to generate power when the whole country has almost none left. These are the sort of tutorials that have made the Instagram feed … The post Cubans are coming up with creative ways to generate power…
Havana, Cuba — As the country grapples with near-total power outages and dwindling fuel supplies, Cubans are turning to innovative solutions to cope with daily life. Influencer Dayán Marrero has become a go-to source for tips on conserving resources amid the ongoing crisis. From pasteurizing milk over charcoal fires to powering fans with their own electricity, Cubans are demonstrating remarkable resourcefulness in the face of adversity.
Marrero, a third-year computer science student at the Agrarian University of Havana, has found success in sharing his knowledge through social media, with his tutorials garnering millions of views. However, he faces challenges as he attempts to expand his reach on TikTok, a platform restricted by US sanctions. Meanwhile, veteran tour guide Osiris Hernández, 57, continues to helm boat tours through the underground Indian Cave, despite a significant drop in tourism.
With tourism down 62% since January, Hernández remains committed to his work, highlighting the resilience and creativity of the Cuban people in the midst of a challenging situation.
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