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Panama initiates renewable energy tender — the first of its kind in a decade
February 29, 2024
Panama’s National Secretariat of Energy (SNE) has issued a resolution directing the Electric Transmission Company SA (ETESA) to organize a tender for long term energy supply. The initiative aims to ensure reliable electricity, lower prices, and create green jobs. The tender encompasses 500 MW of power, with a 20-year contract signed with electricity distribution companies, […]
Grupo Greening secures a US$34 million green loan for solar project in Mexico
February 29, 2024
Grupo Greening 2022 SA secured a US$34.7 million green loan from Banco Santander to help fund the development of a 41.9 MW distributed generation solar project in Mexico. Source: Renewables Now
Casa dos Ventos unveils US$2.4 billion investment plan in renewable energy and green hydrogen ventures
February 29, 2024
Brazilian renewable energy developer, Casa dos Ventos, plans to invest over US$2.4 billion in renewable energy assets by 2026. The company is currently exploring opportunities in green hydrogen, particularly targeting the domestic steel and fertilizer industries. They are currently engaged in a project at the Pecem Industrial Complex in Ceara state to produce green hydrogen […]
IDB supports Barbados’ sustainable development goals with US$100 million loan
February 15, 2024
The Inter-American Development Bank has approved a US$100 million loan for Barbados to advance its sustainable development goals by modernizing policies and regulations. Source: IADB
Enhancing climate resilience in Antigua and Barbuda
February 15, 2024
The Commonwealth Secretariat, in collaboration with the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, is moving ahead with efforts to enhance climate resilience among small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the agriculture sector by facilitating improved access to funding. Source: Times Caribbean Online
BRDE supports renewable energy projects in Brazil’s Parana State with a US$3.8 million credit line
February 15, 2024
Brazil’s Regional Bank for the Development of the Far South, or BRDE has approved a US$3.8 million credit line to bolster renewable energy initiatives in the Cornelio Procopio municipality, Parana state. Initially, the funds will be allocated to installing solar panels on public buildings, aiming to slash electricity costs. Source: Renewables Now
IDB and JICA agree additional US$1bn for Cooperation for Economic Recovery and Social Inclusion (CORE) program
February 15, 2024
The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have decided to boost co-financing under the Cooperation for Economic Recovery and Social Inclusion (CORE) program, benefiting Caribbean countries. The US$1 billion increase will expand the programme’s funding to US$4 billion and extends its period until December 2028. Source: Jamaica Gleaner
IDB Invest and JPS sign US$100 million deal to upgrade Jamaica’s power infrastructure
February 15, 2024
IDB Invest and Jamaica Public Service Company Limited (JPS) have signed a US$100 million financing deal aimed at bolstering JPS’ capital investment program. This funding will aid in modernizing Jamaica’s electricity grid and enhancing electricity access across the country. CIBC Caribbean joined as a co-arranger, mobilizing an additional US$50 million for the initiative. Source: IDB […]
CAF achieves record-breaking bond placement in European market
February 15, 2024
CAF, the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean, recently completed its largest bond placement in Europe, issuing a benchmark EUR1.5 billion with a 6 year term. Source: CAF