Codelco, Chile’s state mining company plans to put 155 electric buses into operation, making it the largest electric bus fleet in the Chilean mining sector. Source: BNAmericas
CC&L Infrastructure and CarbonFree Technology successfully refinanced US$360 million in debt making it one of the largest solar project private placements in Chile. Source: Newswire
Engie SA secured a US$300 million loan from the Inter-American Development Bank for the 260 MW Punta Lomitas wind farm in Peru, a 36.4 MW expansion, and a 60 km power line that will connect the plant to the national grid. Source: Renewables Now
Colbun SA, a Chilean power company, submitted an environmental impact study for a 421.9 MW solar project combined with a battery system. The battery system will be one of the largest in Chile, with a capacity of 240 MW for five hours. Source: Renewables Now
Repsol SA, a Spanish energy group and its partner, Grupo Ibereolica Renovables, secured a US$118 million loan for the construction and operation of a 165.3 MW wind farm in Chile. Source: Renewables Now
Ahead of COP27, Caribbean leaders consider demanding industrialized countries to set up a compensation fund for nations that have suffered the most from climate change. Source: Radio Jamaica News Online
The Dominican Republic committed to expanding its protected marine areas to 30% by 2030 at the United Nations Ocean Conference. Source: Regenerative Travel
According to GIZ, Mexico has the potential to be one of the most important global hydrogen producers due to its geographical location and lower production costs, among other advantages. Source: El Sol de Mexico
