Swiss cement company, Holcim, is set to launch first Latam H2 project in Mexico

December 21, 2023

Swiss cement company, Holcim will launch its first Latin American green hydrogen project in Mexico. The project is part of the company’s efforts to reach net-zero emission goals. They also plan to explore the possibility of another project elsewhere in the region. Source: BNAmericas

Chile receives 15 submissions for battery storage projects

December 21, 2023

Chile received 15 standalone battery storage projects that were submitted for environmental approval, the projects combined involve a total investment of US$1.93 billion. Source: BNAmericas

Statkraft seeks environmental approval for a 440 MW wind and solar power generation complex in Chile

December 21, 2023

Statkraft is seeking environmental approval to develop a 440 MW wind and solar power generation complex in Antofagasta, Chile. The investment for this project is expected to be around US$650 million. Source: Renewables Now 

HIF Global signs MoU with Chile’s state-owned petrol company, Enap, to collaborate on the adoption of carbon-neutral e-fuels

December 21, 2023

HIF Global has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Chile’s state-owned petroleum company Enap to collaborate on accelerating the adoption of carbon-neutral e-fuels in the country. Under the agreement, Enap would distribute between 22.5 and 37.5 million liters of e-gasoline annually from HIF’s upcoming Cabo Negro e-fuels facility.  Source: Renewables Now 

Brazil and the UK sign a bilateral agreement to partner on the development of a green hydrogen hub

December 21, 2023

The governments of Brazil and the UK have signed a bilateral agreement to jointly develop a green hydrogen hub, known as the Brazil-UK Hydrogen Hub. The partnership is designed to catalyze investments in low-carbon hydrogen, allowing Brazil to enhance its capabilities in this emerging sector. Source: Renewables Now 

US technology giant, Honeywell, is set to supply battery energy storage systems (BESS) to six solar farms in US Virgin Islands

December 21, 2023

Honeywell International Inc was selected to provide battery energy storage systems (BESS) to a 140MW DC portfolio of six solar farms located in the US Virgin Islands. Source: Renewables Now 

Enel Generacion Peru produces first power from 177 MW wind farm

December 21, 2023

Enel Generacion Peru has successfully produced the first power from its 177 MW Wayra Extension wind farm located in the Peruvian province of Nazca. Source: Renewables Now 

EIB and BNDES team up to finance renewable projects

December 21, 2023

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) are currently exploring co-financing options for renewable energy projects in Brazil. Source: Renewables Now 

Bahamas invites global firms to participate in the bidding process for the Family Island New Energy Generation project

December 21, 2023

The Davis administration in the Bahamas is inviting firms to participate in the request for proposal (RFP) bidding process for the Family Island New Energy Generation project. The initiative aims to provide Family Islanders with improved and more affordable electricity through micro-grids, clean fuel, and renewables. Source: The Nassau Guardian