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Winners of the 2025 CREF Industry Awards Announced, Recognizing Excellence in the Caribbean Energy Transition
May 12, 2025
New Energy Events, organizers of the Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF), unveiled the winners of the 7th annual CREF Industry Awards at this year’s Forum in Miami. The Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact in advancing the Caribbean’s clean energy transition. This year’s recipients represent a dynamic mix of trailblazing projects, public and private sector […]
The Caribbean’s Green Hydrogen Moment: Why Collaboration, Courage, and Common Sense Must Lead the Way
May 14, 2025
By: Racquel Moses, Chief Executive Officer, Caribbean Climate-Smart Accelerator Fresh off the heels of the H2 Caribbean Conference, a gathering of energy leaders, development partners, and regional policymakers, one thing is abundantly clear: the Caribbean is standing at the edge of a green revolution. If we have the collective courage to act, green hydrogen could […]
Bermuda launches procurement for first offshore wind project to generate 120 MW renewable energy
May 15, 2025
The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda (RA) has launched the procurement process for the island’s first offshore wind project, targeting up to 120 MW of renewable energy. The project will be developed in phases, starting with 60 MW, and will be located off Bermuda’s north shore. To support the project, the RA will commission further studies, […]
Grenada advances geothermal energy project
May 15, 2025
The Government of Grenada is advancing its Geothermal Energy Development Project, now entering the exploration drilling phase. The project aims to generate up to 15 MW of clean, renewable baseload power, reducing the country’s reliance on imported fossil fuels while enhancing grid reliability. Source: Now Grenada

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Barbados secures US$700,000 grant from CAF to address water losses and strengthen infrastructure
May 15, 2025
The Government of Barbados has secured a US$700,000 grant from CAF to help reduce chronic water losses caused by outdated infrastructure. The funding will focus on addressing leaks and non-revenue water, which includes water produced but not billed due to issues like theft or inaccurate meters. Source: Caribbean National Weekly
BESS del Desierto is Latin America’s first large-scale stand-alone energy storage plant inaugurated in Chile
May 15, 2025
The BESS del Desierto plant, inaugurated in Chile by Atlas Renewable Energy, is the first large-scale stand-alone energy storage facility in Latin America. Located in the Atacama Desert, the 200 MW plant has a storage capacity of 800 MWh and is designed to store solar energy during peak generation times and release it during peak […]
Conolophus Project in Galapagos submitted to IDB Invest for financial evaluation
May 15, 2025
The Conolophus project in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, has been submitted to IDB Invest for financial evaluation. The project, developed by E-QUATOR Energy (a partnership between Gransolar and TotalEnergies), involves the creation of a 14.8 MWp photovoltaic plant on Baltra Island, alongside a 40.9 MWh battery energy storage system. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
IDB approves US$250 million loan for rural electrification and renewable energy mini-grids in Guatemala
May 15, 2025
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a US$250 million loan to finance the Rural Electrification Access Program in Guatemala, aimed at increasing electricity coverage in rural areas. The program includes developing mini-grids with renewable energy and energy storage systems, benefiting around 70,000 households Source: PV Magazine LATAM
RFP issued for five solar-plus-storage resiliency hubs in Puerto Rico
May 15, 2025
The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), with support from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez, has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the installation of five solar-plus-storage resiliency hubs in underserved communities in Puerto Rico. This project, aimed at providing reliable electricity during and after natural disasters, is part of a multi-year commitment by the […]

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