360Energy issues fourth green bond to fund solar projects in Argentina

February 28, 2025

Argentine energy company 360Energy has launched its fourth green bond, aiming to raise US$10 million, expandable to US$15 million, to finance solar projects in Colón, Arrecifes, Realicó, Palomar, and Córdoba. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

Cuba inaugurates 21.87 MW solar park as part of 1,000 MW renewable energy expansion

February 28, 2025

Cuba has inaugurated the 21.87 MW Nursing School Solar Park in Cotorro, Havana, The project aims to add 1,000 MW to the National Electric Energy System. The broader initiative will contribute 2,000 MW to the National Electric Energy System, including 400 MW of distributed storage. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

Brazil’s Sudene approves US$10.8 million in funding for Borborema II wind park

February 28, 2025

Brazil’s Sudene has approved the release of US$10.8 million as part of a larger loan to support the development of the Borborema II wind park in Paraíba, strengthening renewable energy in the region. Source: Renewables Now

Aslan Energy Capital develops solar powered green hydrogen project in Mexico

February 28, 2025

Aslan Energy Capital is developing the Aslan Net-Zero Energy Mexico Project, a solar-powered green hydrogen and ammonia facility in Sonora, Mexico, set for completion by 2028. The project will produce carbon-free hydrogen and ammonia, which will be transported to California-based CalYan XGH for distribution and infrastructure development. Source: Energy Tech

Ecoener secures US$43.1 million Proparco loan for renewable energy in the Dominican Republic

February 28, 2025

Ecoener has secured a US$43.1 million loan from Proparco to support its renewable energy projects in the Dominican Republic, including the 60 MW Payita 1 solar PV plant. Source: Renewables Now

Argentina launches 500 MW battery storage auction to strengthen grid

February 28, 2025

Argentina has launched a 500 MW battery energy storage auction to strengthen the electricity grid in Buenos Aires’ metropolitan area (AMBA). With an estimated US$500 million investment and an execution timeline of 12 to 18 months, the project aims to enhance energy reliability, particularly during peak demand. Source: Renewables Now

Helexia Brasil expands solar energy with four new plants in Amazonas

February 28, 2025

Helexia Brasil, a subsidiary of Voltalia SA, is building four solar power plants in Amazonas, Brazil, with a combined capacity of 12.88 MWp to enhance the region’s renewable energy infrastructure. The project aims to leverage the region’s solar potential, supporting local energy needs and environmental goals. Source: Renewables Now

Health City Cayman invests US$4.1 million in Bahamas’ Doctors Hospital for healthcare expansion

February 28, 2025

Health City Cayman Islands has invested $4.1 million to acquire 500,000 shares in Doctors Hospital Health System in the Bahamas, marking its first major healthcare investment outside of Cayman. The deal, effective Feb. 12, will support the expansion of surgical services and improve healthcare access across The Bahamas and beyond. This transaction is also expected […]

Peru expands solar energy access with 181 rural home installations in Cusco

February 28, 2025

Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines has authorized acciona.org to install photovoltaic systems in 181 rural homes across Santa Teresa, Vilcabamba, and Echarate in the province of La Convención, Cusco. This initiative, part of the “La Convención Rural Photovoltaic Electric System – SERF La Convención” project, will provide sustainable electricity through autonomous solar generation. Source: […]