Panama aims to bring PV systems to vulnerable communities

March 14, 2024

The National Secretariat of Energy in Panama has initiated the Solar Operation project, aiming to install photovoltaic systems in 663 homes of families in communities vulnerable to climate change. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

Puntacana Group partners with Eurelius for solar energy project in Punta Cana

March 14, 2024

The Puntacana Group and Eurelius have signed an agreement to implement a solar energy generation project in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. This project will generate over 50% of the energy consumed in the community, with plans for more than 30 MWp of solar production and over 50 MWh of battery storage. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

IDB approves US$400 million loan to Chile for green hydrogen development

March 14, 2024

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a US$400 million loan to Chile for the development of its green hydrogen industry, marking the first such loan granted by the IDB to a country in the region. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

Grenergy inaugurates the largest PV plant in south of Chile

March 14, 2024

Chile inaugurated the 241 MWp Gran Teno photovoltaic plant in the Maule region, the largest installation in the south of the country. Developed by Spanish company Grenergy. the plant, located in the province of Curicó, will provide electricity to over 136 thousand homes. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

Antigua and Barbuda inaugurate hybrid solar plant

March 14, 2024

A new solar and battery project in Antigua and Barbuda, funded by the UAE-Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund, is now operational. The design includes solar panels and batteries that can withstand hurricanes and supply all daytime energy needs. PV Magazine LATAM

Scatec ASA launched operation at 531 MW solar farm in Brazil

March 14, 2024

Norwegian renewable energy company Scatec ASA commenced commercial operation of the 531 MW Mendubim solar farm in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Norte. Source: Renewables Now 

Genneia raises US$33 million through green bonds

March 14, 2024

Argentina’s Genneia successfully placed two green bonds and raised a total of US$33 million, which surpassed its intital target of US$10 million. Source: Renewables Now

Colombian firm Celsia and Chevron collaborate on solar farm in Panama

March 14, 2024

Colombia-based Celsia partnered with Chevron to set up and manage a 4.03-MWp solar farm at a fuel terminal in Colon, Panama. The solar plant will generate electricity required for Chevron’s operations at the terminal situated in Bahia Las Minas. Source: Renewables Now