ESG & Climate Finance Archives - Page 5 of 36

BNDES approves US$110.7 million loan for 422 MWp solar complex
October 10, 2024
The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) has approved a US$110.7 million loan for the construction of the 422-MWp Irapuru Solar Complex, part of the Janauba Solar Complex in Minas Gerais. Source: Renewables Now
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
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
Colombia’s government launches ‘Energy Communities in Barranquilla’ to provide renewable energy to over 10,000 vulnerable users
September 26, 2024
The Government of Colombia, through the Non-Conventional Energy and Efficient Energy Management Fund (Fenoge) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy, has announced a project to provide renewable energy to over 10,000 users in vulnerable neighborhoods in Barranquilla. The initiative – Energy Communities in Barranquilla – aims to enhance energy access in these low-income areas.. […]
DOE announces US$325 million for energy resilience projects in Puerto Rico
September 12, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a US$325 million funding program under the Resilient Communities Program to enhance energy resilience for vulnerable populations in Puerto Rico. The funding, part of the Puerto Rico Energy Resilience Fund (PR-ERF), will support solar and battery storage installations for community health centers, public housing, and subsidized multifamily […]
BNDES approves US$202 million loan for solar PV projects in São Paulo and Ceará
September 12, 2024
BNDES has approved a US$202 million loan to fund 402 MW of solar photovoltaic projects in São Paulo and Ceará. Source: Renewables Now
BNDES, Finep, and Embrapii allocate US$1.2 billion for green energy projects
August 29, 2024
Brazilian development bank BNDES, public innovation agency Finep, and Embrapii are allocating US$1.2 billion for green energy projects. BNDES and Finep have launched a call for business plans to develop biorefineries that produce sustainable fuels for aviation and maritime industries. Source: BNAmericas
Sudene approves US$48.6 million financing for 164 MW of solar and wind projects in Brazil’s Northeast
August 29, 2024
Brazil’s Superintendency for the Development of the Northeast (Sudene) has approved US$48.6 million in financing for 164 MW of solar and wind energy projects in the region. The funds will support one wind project and three solar projects. Source: Renewables Now
Neoenergia forms joint venture with Carbon2Nature for reforestation and carbon credit projects in Brazil
August 15, 2024
Neoenergia has announced the formation of a joint venture with Spanish company Carbon2Nature, specializing in nature-based solutions (NBS) for carbon credit generation. The joint venture aims to implement reforestation projects in Brazil, including replanting, forest management, and mangrove conservation. Source: NeoEnergia