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Mexico has the potential to be a major global hydrogen producer

According to GIZ, Mexico has the potential to be one of the most important global hydrogen producers due to its geographical location and lower production costs, among other advantages. Source: El Sol de Mexico

Mexico’s Ministry of Finance issues a US$2.2 billion sustainable bond

The Ministry of Finance in Mexico issued a US$2.2 billion sustainable bond with a ten year maturity. Source: AMP Milenio

Four Trends for Caribbean Infrastructure in 2022

In the wake of the Covid crisis, and against a challenging geopolitical backdrop, discussions in the upcoming Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF) will focus on what’s driving decision-making across the infrastructure space. What are key stakeholders prioritizing in their approaches to planning and investment? What trends are emerging in response to local needs and dynamics? What […]

BNB loans Eneva SA US$58.3 million for the development and construction of an 870 MWp solar PV project in Brazil

Eneva SA secured a US$58.3 million loan from Banco do Nordeste do Brasil SA to fund the development and construction of an 870 MWp solar PV project in Brazil. Source: Renewables Now

Brazil adds 515 MW of solar and wind power capacity in one month

Brazil added 514.63 MW of solar and wind power capacity in July. Solar farms account for most of the additional capacity, with 330.51 MW added in the month. Source: Financial Eye

The IFC funded US$200 million in green loans to be issued by BBVA in Colombia

BBVA will issue green loans in Colombia after the IFC granted them US$200 million in financing. Source: Latin Finance 

IDB extends US$1.14 billion credit line to Argentina to lower greenhouse has emissions

The IDB will provide a US$1.14 billion credit line to Argentina to lower greenhouse gas emissions. Source: Latin Finance

The IDB and GCF are creating the first Latin American and Caribbean regional fund to promote electric mobility and green hydrogen

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the United Nation’s Green Climate Fund (GCF) are teaming up to create the first Latin American and Caribbean regional fund to promote electric mobility and green hydrogen. Nine countries expect to receive US$450 million in loans and grants from the fund to aid in lowering carbon emissions and building […]

Colombia will deliver its first offshore wind tender next year and award exclusive rights to the exploration and development of offshore wind

The Colombian government will launch its first offshore wind tender in 2023. The permits will provide exclusive rights to the exploration and development of offshore wind projects in Colombia. Source: Renews.Biz