A research project led by Germany’s Fraunhofer IEE Institute and partners is set to explore the potential production of green hydrogen from solar thermal power (CSP) in Chile, with aims to facilitate the development of large-scale production. Source: Renewables Now
Swiss cement company, Holcim will launch its first Latin American green hydrogen project in Mexico. The project is part of the company’s efforts to reach net-zero emission goals. They also plan to explore the possibility of another project elsewhere in the region. Source: BNAmericas
Chile received 15 standalone battery storage projects that were submitted for environmental approval, the projects combined involve a total investment of US$1.93 billion. Source: BNAmericas
Statkraft is seeking environmental approval to develop a 440 MW wind and solar power generation complex in Antofagasta, Chile. The investment for this project is expected to be around US$650 million. Source: Renewables Now
HIF Global has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Chile’s state-owned petroleum company Enap to collaborate on accelerating the adoption of carbon-neutral e-fuels in the country. Under the agreement, Enap would distribute between 22.5 and 37.5 million liters of e-gasoline annually from HIF’s upcoming Cabo Negro e-fuels facility. Source: Renewables Now
The governments of Brazil and the UK have signed a bilateral agreement to jointly develop a green hydrogen hub, known as the Brazil-UK Hydrogen Hub. The partnership is designed to catalyze investments in low-carbon hydrogen, allowing Brazil to enhance its capabilities in this emerging sector. Source: Renewables Now
Honeywell International Inc was selected to provide battery energy storage systems (BESS) to a 140MW DC portfolio of six solar farms located in the US Virgin Islands. Source: Renewables Now
Enel Generacion Peru has successfully produced the first power from its 177 MW Wayra Extension wind farm located in the Peruvian province of Nazca. Source: Renewables Now
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) are currently exploring co-financing options for renewable energy projects in Brazil. Source: Renewables Now