June 2024 - Page 2 of 3 - New Energy Events

Brazilian unit of SPIC to invest US$148.7 million into a 105.4 MW wind park
June 19, 2024
China’s State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC) will invest US$148.7 million into a 105.4 MW wind park in Rio Grande do Norte state. Source: Renewables Now
Government of Piaui signs MoU with Solatio Energy for a 4 GW solar power generation project
June 19, 2024
The Government of Piaui signed an MoU with Solatio Energia to develop a 4 GW solar power generation project, reportedly the largest of its kind in Brazil. The power plant is set to power the ammonia production industry in Parnaiba. Source: Renewables Now
Colbun SA proposes plan for 800 MW pumped-storage hydropower plant
June 19, 2024
Colbun SA proposed a plan to use the Pacific Ocean to draw water into a pumped-storage hydropower plant (HPP). If the project is selected for completion in northern Chile it is expected to produce up to 800 MW and cost close to US$1.4 billion. Source: Renewables Now
CIBC Caribbean and IDB Invest sign MoU for sustainable development across the Caribbean
June 19, 2024
CIBC Caribbean and IDB Invest signed an MoU to advance sustainable development across the Caribbean. The MoU established a framework of cooperation between the financial institutions and will focus on fostering the growth of SME’s, while also focusing on GDI efforts, promoting renewable energy and energy efficiency, and boosting digitalization across the region. Source: Business […]
Soleco Energy Limited closes on investment deal with Rubis Caribbean Holdings
June 19, 2024
Soleco Energy Limited closes on an investment by Rubis Caribbean Holdings (RCH). The investment will fund new projects developed by Soleco and aid in expansion across the region. Source: OUR Today
Colombian engineers win first place in DOE’s geothermal energy competition
June 19, 2024
Two Colombian doctoral students at the University of Oklahoma won first place in the technical session of the University Geothermal Energy Competition hosted by the United States Department of Energy. Source: Piensa Geotermia
Top 10 Insights on Caribbean Infrastructure in 2024
June 18, 2024
The Caribbean region is on the brink of a substantial infrastructure overhaul. The pandemic significantly impacted the region’s infrastructure development plans and saw a shift in focus towards shoring up healthcare and social support systems. However, the focus has now returned to long-term infrastructure projects, and private sector investment is seen as crucial for success. […]
The World Bank and ESMAP return to GEOLAC 2024 as Co-Hosts
June 14, 2024
The organizers of GEOLAC are excited to announce that the The World Bank and ESMAP have confirmed they will return to GEOLAC as Co-Hosts of this year’s event. Their continued commitment to the development of the Latin America and Caribbean geothermal market is underscored as they bring an extensive network of public and private sector […]
Submit your speaker application for GEOLAC 2024
June 14, 2024
From transformational technology to innovative financing, community engagement to workforce development, sustainable development to regulation – you’ll find it all at GEOLAC 2024. Now is the time to tell us if you’d like to join an A-list of regional leaders and industry experts on the GEOLAC 2024 agenda. Submit your speaker application here.