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St. Kitts and Nevis advances digital government plan with consultation on digital identity authentication system
August 15, 2024
St. Kitts and Nevis is advancing its digital government plan with a recent consultation meeting focused on developing a comprehensive digital identity authentication system. Held at the National IT Centre in Basseterre, the meeting brought together stakeholders to discuss building a robust digital public infrastructure. Source: BioMetric Update
CDB partners with IFIs and private sector to boost private investment and infrastructure development in the region
August 15, 2024
The CDB has partnered with six International Financial Institutions (IFIs) and private sector entities to boost private investment in the region. As public financing tightens, the CDB, in collaboration with the Global Infrastructure Facility (GIF), aims to advance infrastructure development in emerging markets by encouraging private investment. Source: Dominica News Online
World Bank enhances digital education in Saint Lucia with 20 smart classrooms and teacher training
August 15, 2024
With the support of the World Bank, 20 smart classrooms have been equipped across Saint Lucia’s eight educational districts. This initiative, part of the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project, involves training 35 teachers to utilize these digital tools, benefiting over 4,500 primary school students. The project aims to enhance digital access in the Caribbean Source: The […]
JR Ortiz completes the third-largest renewable energy project in Peru
August 15, 2024
Chile-based JR Ortiz has completed its first solar photovoltaic project in Peru, installing a 100 MWp solar farm in Mollendo, Arequipa. This facility is now the third-largest renewable energy project in Peru and is expected to power approximately 62,000 homes. Source: Renewables Now
Brazil enacts law to establish legal framework for low-carbon hydrogen
August 15, 2024
Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has signed a law creating a regulatory framework for low-carbon hydrogen, according to the Ministry of Mines and Energy. The law aims to enhance Brazil’s credibility in the global hydrogen market and includes initiatives like the Special Incentive Scheme for Low Carbon Hydrogen Production (Rehidro) and the Brazilian […]
First phase of US$11 billion green hydrogen project in Chile files for environmental approval
August 15, 2024
The first phase of a US$11 billion green hydrogen and green ammonia project in Chile, led by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) and two Austrian firms, has been submitted for environmental approval. Source: Renewables Now
Aluar Aluminio Argentino to invest US$400 million in expanding Chubut wind farm to 582 MW
August 15, 2024
Aluar Aluminio Argentino SAIC is set to invest US$400 million in expanding its wind farm in the Chubut province. The current 246 MW wind farm will be increased by 336 MW. The expansion, expected to be completed by the end of 2026, will boost the farm’s total capacity to 582 MW across 200 square km, […]
SUSI Partners to fund 860 MW battery energy storage portfolio in Chile
August 15, 2024
SUSI Partners will fund the development of a battery energy storage portfolio in Chile, in partnership with local developer BIWO Renovables. The portfolio comprises 22 battery projects with a total capacity of 860 MW. Most projects are in advanced stages, with the first expected to be ready for construction in the first half of 2025. […]
Enel Green Power launches 194 MW Pedra Pintada wind complex in Brazil
August 15, 2024
Enel Green Power SpA’s Brazilian unit has commenced commercial operations at the 194 MW Pedra Pintada Wind Complex in Bahia. The project cost a total of US$324.92 million. Source: Renewables Now