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Winners of the 2nd Annual CARIF Industry Awards Announced
September 27, 2024
Miami, Florida – September 24, 2024 – New Energy Events, organizers of the Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF), proudly announces the winners of the 2nd Annual CARIF Industry Awards, recognizing excellence in leadership, innovation, and the advancement of resilient infrastructure across the Caribbean. The prestigious awards were presented during a ceremony at the 8th Annual CARIF, […]
Top 10 Insights on Caribbean Infrastructure in 2024
June 18, 2024
The Caribbean region is on the brink of a substantial infrastructure overhaul. The pandemic significantly impacted the region’s infrastructure development plans and saw a shift in focus towards shoring up healthcare and social support systems. However, the focus has now returned to long-term infrastructure projects, and private sector investment is seen as crucial for success. […]
Rum and Sargassum Inc. and UWI Cave Hill launch Barbados’ first bio-CNG vehicle with CCREEE support
September 26, 2024
With support from the Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CCREEE), Rum and Sargassum Inc. and UWI Cave Hill have launched the first vehicle powered by bio-compressed natural gas (CNG), using rum distillery wastewater and sargassum-based biomethane in Barbados. Source: CCREEE
Chile submits 405 MW BESS energy storage project for environmental assessment
September 26, 2024
A 405 MW energy storage project, the Pueblo Hundido BESS, has been submitted for environmental assessment in Diego de Almagro in the Atacama region of Chile. The project aims to store electricity generated by photovoltaic plants during the day for reinjection into the grid during peak evening demand. Source: PV Magazine LATAM

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Brazil’s Sudene approves US$27.6 million loan for solar projects by EDP Renovaveis Brasil
September 26, 2024
Brazil’s Superintendency for the Development of the Northeast (Sudene) has approved a US$27.6 million loan for two solar projects developed by EDP Renovaveis Brasil, with a combined capacity of 98 MW. Source: Renewables Now
Yinson Renewables’ 97-MWp Matarani solar farm in Peru begins full commercial operation
September 26, 2024
Malaysia’s Yinson Renewables has announced that its 97-MWp Matarani solar farm in Peru has officially reached full commercial operation. The plant, which began producing power in July 2024, is expected to produce 260 GWh annually, supplying electricity to around 62,000 Peruvian households. Source: Renewables Now
Dominica launches US$49.2m Loubiere to Bagatelle Road Rehabilitation Project to boost safety and climate resilience
September 26, 2024
Dominica has launched the Loubiere to Bagatelle Road Rehabilitation Project. The project, estimated at US$49.2 million, is co-financed by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and the UK Government through the UK Caribbean Infrastructure Partnership Fund (UKCIF). The initiative aims to enhance road safety and climate resilience, benefiting over 6,000 residents by reducing travel times, improving […]
Sandals Foundation invests US$110,000 in Caribbean education
September 26, 2024
The Sandals Foundation has announced an investment of around US$110,000 in Caribbean education. This funding aims to improve educational opportunities through scholarships, infrastructure enhancements, teacher training, and essential school supplies. Source: Caribbean Loop News
Grenergy acquires 1 GW solar PV portfolio to boost Oasis de Atacama Project, increasing BESS capacity to 11 GWh
September 26, 2024
IPP Grenergy has acquired a 1 GW solar PV portfolio, massively expanding the Oasis de Atacama solar-plus-storage project, the world’s largest battery energy storage system. The US$128 million investment will increase BESS capacity from 4.1 GWh to 11 GWh and double solar PV capacity from 1 GW to 2 GW. Source: Energy Storage

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