Colbun SA submitted an environmental impact study for a 421.9 MW solar farm combined with the largest battery system of its kind in Chile

August 24, 2022

Colbun SA, a Chilean power company, submitted an environmental impact study for a 421.9 MW solar project combined with a battery system. The battery system will be one of the largest in Chile, with a capacity of 240 MW for five hours. Source: Renewables Now

Repsol SA and partner secure a US$118 million loan for a 165.3 MW wind farm in Chile

August 24, 2022

Repsol SA, a Spanish energy group and its partner, Grupo Ibereolica Renovables, secured a US$118 million loan for the construction and operation of a 165.3 MW wind farm in Chile. Source: Renewables Now

Ahead of COP27, Caribbean leaders consider demanding a compensation fund for nations hit hardest by climate change

August 24, 2022

Ahead of COP27, Caribbean leaders consider demanding industrialized countries to set up a compensation fund for nations that have suffered the most from climate change. Source: Radio Jamaica News Online 

The Dominican Republic will expand its protected marine areas to 30% by 2030

August 24, 2022

The Dominican Republic committed to expanding its protected marine areas to 30% by 2030 at the United Nations Ocean Conference. Source: Regenerative Travel 

Mexico has the potential to be a major global hydrogen producer

August 24, 2022

According to GIZ, Mexico has the potential to be one of the most important global hydrogen producers due to its geographical location and lower production costs, among other advantages. Source: El Sol de Mexico

Mexico’s Ministry of Finance issues a US$2.2 billion sustainable bond

August 24, 2022

The Ministry of Finance in Mexico issued a US$2.2 billion sustainable bond with a ten year maturity. Source: AMP Milenio

Four Trends for Caribbean Infrastructure in 2022

From our Editorial Team

August 24, 2022

In the wake of the Covid crisis, and against a challenging geopolitical backdrop, discussions in the upcoming Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF) will focus on what’s driving decision-making across the infrastructure space. What are key stakeholders prioritizing in their approaches to planning and investment? What trends are emerging in response to local needs and dynamics? What […]

BNB loans Eneva SA US$58.3 million for the development and construction of an 870 MWp solar PV project in Brazil

August 11, 2022

Eneva SA secured a US$58.3 million loan from Banco do Nordeste do Brasil SA to fund the development and construction of an 870 MWp solar PV project in Brazil. Source: Renewables Now

Brazil adds 515 MW of solar and wind power capacity in one month

August 10, 2022

Brazil added 514.63 MW of solar and wind power capacity in July. Solar farms account for most of the additional capacity, with 330.51 MW added in the month. Source: Financial Eye