Chilean Solar Energy Association proposes plan to boost distributed generation and energy cooperatives

July 19, 2024

The Chilean Solar Energy Association (Acesol) has submitted a plan to Chile’s Ministry of Energy aimed at boosting distributed generation and stimulating energy cooperatives. The plan outlines five key areas of focus for 2024-2026 including electrical infrastructure, property layout, education and association, regulation, and equal access. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

Ecuador tenders for consultants for geothermal power plant project at Chachimbiro Site

July 19, 2024

The Ecuadorian Government, through the Electric Corporation of Ecuador (CELEC), has issued an invitation for Expressions of Interest (EOI) and financial proposals for consulting services related to the construction of a geothermal power plant at the Chachimbiro site. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy

Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies approves bill promoting green hydrogen

July 19, 2024

The Chamber of Deputies in Brazil approved a bill promoting investment in low-carbon hydrogen. The approved text includes up to US$3.2 billion in tax incentives and expands eligibility to include hydroelectric plants and agribusiness. Source: BNAmericas

EDF inaugurates 480 MW CEME1 solar farm in Chile’s Atacama Desert

July 19, 2024

EDF inaugurated the 480-MW CEME1 solar farm in Chile’s Atacama Desert, marking Chile’s largest solar project to date. EDF plans to add a 1,200 MWh battery energy storage system to enhance plant efficiency. Source: Renewables Now

Elecnor begins construction of 320 MW Cimarron wind farm in Mexico

July 19, 2024

Spanish infrastructure builder Elecnor SA has begun construction of the 320 MW Cimarron wind farm in Mexico after securing the EPC contract for the project. Source: Renewables Now

Aslan Energy Capital to develop large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia facility in Mexico

July 19, 2024

Aslan Energy Capital has selected a site in Sonora, Mexico, for a large solar-powered green hydrogen and green ammonia production facility. The project will be completed in four phases over 10 years, with commercial operations starting in 2028. Source: Renewables Now

Preliminary license issued for 450 MWp Barro Alto PV complex in Goiás

July 19, 2024

The Brazilian state of Goiás has issued a preliminary license for the 450 MWp Barro Alto photovoltaic complex. The project is scheduled to be operational by the end of the year and will cost approximately US$238 million. Source: Renewables Now

Grenada forms task force to push for climate disaster compensation

July 19, 2024

Grenada is creating a task force to advocate for compensation for damage from climate change-related natural disasters affecting itself and other vulnerable states. Following Hurricane Beryl, Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell announced that the government decided in an emergency meeting to have the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Environment, Climate Resilience, and […]

CREF 2025: Everything you need to know

July 14, 2024

The 17th Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF) will take place at the JW Marriott Marquis in Miami from May 7-9, 2025. We can’t wait to meet you there! 2024 was another historic year for CREF, our flagship event, which saw more than 500 participants, including policymakers, utilities, investors, developers, start-ups and more. What do I […]