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Peru approves US$11.2 billion green hydrogen megaproject
March 13, 2025
Peru’s Ministry of Production has approved the Detailed Environmental Impact Study for the Horizonte de Verano Green Hydrogen Production Plant in Arequipa. The US$11.2 billion project will include a water desalination plant and a solar PV facility with a capacity of up to 5.85 GWp. Once fully operational in five years, it is expected to […]
EIB supports Barbados groundbreaking green hydrogen project
March 13, 2025
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is backing the Renewstable Barbados (RSB) project, which integrates solar power with green hydrogen storage to reduce the island’s reliance on imported fossil fuels by 50%. Developed by HDF and Rubis SCA, the project will establish Barbados’ first green hydrogen storage project and is supported by IFC, IDB Invest, and […]
Chile launches “Rural Solar Water” program to reduce energy costs
March 13, 2025
Chile’s Ministry of Energy has launched the “Rural Solar Water” program to support Rural Sanitation Systems (RSS) with sustainable energy solutions. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
El Salvador expands geothermal capacity with new 7 MW Berlin Plant and Ahuachapan upgrades
March 13, 2025
El Salvador’s 7-MW Berlin binary geothermal power plant has been installed and is undergoing testing, with operations expected to begin later this year, according to Daniel Alvarez of DGEHM. Additionally, improvements at the Ahuachapan geothermal plant have increased its capacity by 2 MW, bringing the country’s total installed geothermal capacity to 204 MW. Managed by […]

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World Bank approves US$320 million strategic partnership to support Haiti’s recovery
March 13, 2025
The World Bank Group has launched a new five-year partnership (2025-2029) to help Haiti recover from economic and social challenges. The strategy focuses on immediate relief for vulnerable populations while laying the foundation for long-term recovery. With a US$320 million grant investment, the initiative aims to strengthen economic governance, create jobs, and sustain essential services. […]
CDB approves US$17 million loan to transform education in Saint Lucia
March 13, 2025
The CDB has approved a US$17 million loan to support Saint Lucia’s education transformation initiative, aimed at expanding access to quality education, modernizing infrastructure, and improving teacher training. Source: Jamaica Observer
USACE pioneers sustainable wood management in Puerto Rico
March 13, 2025
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Caribbean District is integrating responsible tree disposal management into its construction contracts in Puerto Rico. As part of the US$150.7 million Franklin Delano Roosevelt Avenue Bridge replacement project, removed trees are being repurposed at a sawmill instead of being sent to landfills. The initiative promotes sustainable wood reuse […]
Chile launches “Rural Solar Water” program to reduce energy costs
March 13, 2025
Chile’s Ministry of Energy has launched the “Rural Solar Water” program to support Rural Sanitation Systems (RSS) with sustainable energy solutions. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Peru approves US$11.2 billion green hydrogen megaproject
March 13, 2025
Peru’s Ministry of Production has approved the Detailed Environmental Impact Study for the Horizonte de Verano Green Hydrogen Production Plant in Arequipa. The US$11.2 billion project will include a water desalination plant and a solar PV facility with a capacity of up to 5.85 GWp. Once fully operational in five years, it is expected to […]

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