Winners of the 2nd Annual CARIF Industry Awards Announced

September 27, 2024

Miami, Florida – September 24, 2024 – New Energy Events, organizers of the Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF), proudly announces the winners of the 2nd Annual CARIF Industry Awards, recognizing excellence in leadership, innovation, and the advancement of resilient infrastructure across the Caribbean. The prestigious awards were presented during a ceremony at the 8th Annual CARIF, […]

Brazil’s Sudene approves US$27.6 million loan for solar projects by EDP Renovaveis Brasil

September 26, 2024

Brazil’s Superintendency for the Development of the Northeast (Sudene) has approved a US$27.6 million loan for two solar projects developed by EDP Renovaveis Brasil, with a combined capacity of 98 MW. Source: Renewables Now

Yinson Renewables’ 97-MWp Matarani solar farm in Peru begins full commercial operation

September 26, 2024

Malaysia’s Yinson Renewables has announced that its 97-MWp Matarani solar farm in Peru has officially reached full commercial operation. The plant, which began producing power in July 2024, is expected to produce 260 GWh annually, supplying electricity to around 62,000 Peruvian households. Source: Renewables Now

Dominica launches US$49.2m Loubiere to Bagatelle Road Rehabilitation Project to boost safety and climate resilience

September 26, 2024

Dominica has launched the Loubiere to Bagatelle Road Rehabilitation Project. The project, estimated at US$49.2 million, is co-financed by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and the UK Government through the UK Caribbean Infrastructure Partnership Fund (UKCIF). The initiative aims to enhance road safety and climate resilience, benefiting over 6,000 residents by reducing travel times, improving […]

Sandals Foundation invests US$110,000 in Caribbean education

September 26, 2024

The Sandals Foundation has announced an investment of around US$110,000 in Caribbean education. This funding aims to improve educational opportunities through scholarships, infrastructure enhancements, teacher training, and essential school supplies. Source: Caribbean Loop News

Grenergy acquires 1 GW solar PV portfolio to boost Oasis de Atacama Project, increasing BESS capacity to 11 GWh

September 26, 2024

IPP Grenergy has acquired a 1 GW solar PV portfolio, massively expanding the Oasis de Atacama solar-plus-storage project, the world’s largest battery energy storage system. The US$128 million investment will increase BESS capacity from 4.1 GWh to 11 GWh and double solar PV capacity from 1 GW to 2 GW. Source: Energy Storage

CAF and UNOPS sign MOU to enhance sustainable development collaboration in Latin America and the Caribbean

September 26, 2024

CAF and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on sustainable development in the region. The agreement focuses on areas such as technical assistance for infrastructure projects, feasibility studies, joint training in project management, resource mobilization, and capacity building initiatives. Source: CAF

Egehid launches bidding for 43.26 MWp solar projects in the Dominican Republic

September 26, 2024

The Dominican Republic’s state hydroelectric company Egehid has initiated bidding for two solar projects totaling 43.26 MWp: Sabana Yegua (24.98 MWp) in Azua and Sabaneta (18.28 MWp) in San Juan de la Maguana. The winning bidder will manage the execution, supply, installation, testing, and startup of the projects. Additionally, Egehid has called for further exploration […]

Chile submits 405 MW BESS energy storage project for environmental assessment

September 26, 2024

A 405 MW energy storage project, the Pueblo Hundido BESS, has been submitted for environmental assessment in Diego de Almagro in the Atacama region of Chile. The project aims to store electricity generated by photovoltaic plants during the day for reinjection into the grid during peak evening demand. Source: PV Magazine LATAM