ATOME Energy’s launches green hydrogen fertilizer project in Paraguay

November 21, 2024

ATOME Energy is advancing a green hydrogen-based fertilizer facility in Villeta, Paraguay, appointing Casale as the exclusive EPC contractor for the project. Source: Fuel Cell Works

Antofagasta unveils South America’s first hydrogen-powered locomotive for sustainable mining

November 21, 2024

Antofagasta PLC’s Transport Division, Ferrocarril de Antofagasta a Bolivia (FCAB), has unveiled South America’s first hydrogen-powered locomotive, marking a significant step in the company’s push for sustainable mining. Set to begin operations in 2025, the hydrogen locomotive will replace diesel fuel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions Source: IM Mining

CTO advocates for climate-resilient tourism at COP29, urges action for SIDS

November 21, 2024

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is using its platform at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, to spotlight the severe climate challenges faced by small island developing states (SIDS), with a focus on the vulnerability of the Caribbean’s tourism sector. As tourism is central to the region’s economy, the CTO aims to highlight the impacts of climate […]

Paraguay positioned to become South America’s Silicon Valley with clean energy advantage

November 21, 2024

Paraguay, often overshadowed by its larger neighbors Argentina and Brazil, is poised to become a key player in South America’s tech sector. As the world’s largest net exporter of clean energy, with 99.9% of its electricity generated from zero-emission sources, the country is uniquely positioned to support the growing energy demands of artificial intelligence (AI) […]

Caribbean Export and CCREEE renew partnership to drive renewable energy and energy efficiency in the Caribbean at COP29

November 21, 2024

At COP29 on Energy Day, the Caribbean Export Development Agency and the Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE) renewed their Memorandum of Understanding to promote renewable energy and energy efficiency across the Caribbean. The partnership focuses on supporting Caribbean businesses through technical assistance, capacity building, and the joint development of projects to […]

SEFE, Eletrobras, and EnerTech collaborate on green hydrogen project for Europe

November 21, 2024

German company SEFE is partnering with Brazilian energy giant Eletrobras and Kuwaiti developer EnerTech to produce 200,000 tons of green hydrogen annually starting in 2030, aiming to support Europe’s climate goals. The project will involve building an electrolysis plant in Brazil, powered by renewables, to convert hydrogen into ammonia for transport to Germany. Once imported, […]

Neoenergia to invest US$52.2 million in renewable energy project for Fernando de Noronha

November 21, 2024

Neoenergia SA, a Brazilian utility company, announced an investment of US$52.2 million to expand renewable energy use in Pernambuco’s Fernando de Noronha archipelago through its Noronha Verde initiative. The project will include a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant with battery storage, set to begin operations in early 2027. Source: Renewables Now

Genneia launches 162 MW La Elbita wind farm in Buenos Aires

November 21, 2024

Genneia, an Argentine power producer, announced the start of commercial operations for its 162 MW La Elbita wind farm in Buenos Aires, marking its eighth wind farm. The project, costing over US$240 million, was financed through loans from Dutch development bank FMO, Development Finance Institute Canada (FinDev Canada), and green bonds. Source: Renewables Now

Enel to invest US$40 billion in grid and renewable energy over next three years

November 21, 2024

Enel SpA, Italy’s utility giant, plans to invest US$40.05 billion in its grid and renewables energy businesses between 2025 and 2027, focusing on core activities and regulated assets with predictable returns. About 75% of the total investment will be directed toward Enel’s European operations, while the remaining 25% will go to its Latin and North […]