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Cuba partners with China to install seven PV parks
January 9, 2025
Cuba has signed an agreement with China to install seven 5 MW photovoltaic parks across six provinces. The project will save 18,000 tons of fuel annually, equating to a savings of US$7 million. This is part of Cuba’s broader plan to install 92 solar parks by 2028, aiming for 24% renewable energy penetration by 2030. […]
Grenada issues RFQ for 15.1 MWp solar project at Maurice Bishop International Airport
January 9, 2025
Grenada’s Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a 15.1 MWp solar project at Maurice Bishop International Airport. The project, aimed at advancing the island’s energy transition, involves three separate solar plants integrated into the national grid through Grenada Electricity Services Ltd. (Grenlec). The selected bidder will sign a […]
FRV’s US$716 million Las Cunas solar project approved in Chile’s Atacama region
January 9, 2025
The Environmental Impact Assessment System (SEIA) has approved FRV’s Las Cunas US$716 million photovoltaic park project in Chile’s Atacama region. The project will have a 557.52 MWp capacity, including a 540 MW nominal power and a 553.66 MW BESS system Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Guyana achieves 98.3% potable water through major infrastructure investments
January 9, 2025
Guyana has successfully increased access to potable water, with 98.3% of its population now able to access clean water. This progress is the result of significant investments in water infrastructure, including the construction of treatment plants, water wells, and treatment upgrades. Source: Magnetic Media TV
DOE to provide US$500 million for solar and storage projects in Puerto Rico to improve grid resilience
January 9, 2025
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will provide over US$500 million in loans to build and operate utility-scale solar and storage systems in Puerto Rico, enhancing the island’s grid resilience. The funding lands against a backdrop of continuing power outages on the island. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
PowerChina to build 530 MW solar park in Panama
January 9, 2025
PowerChina has been awarded a contract to build a 530 MW solar park in Panama by local company Sajalices Energy Co. Located in Cermeno, Panama Oeste Province. The project will be designed, built, and commissioned by PowerChina. Source: Renewables Now
AES Andes submits environmental impact study for US$10 billion green hydrogen project in Chile
January 9, 2025
AES Andes has submitted an environmental impact study (EIS) for its US$10 billion Inna green hydrogen and ammonia project in Chile, located near mining sites and port facilities in Antofagasta. The early-stage project plans to include three solar farms, three wind farms, a battery energy storage system, power infrastructure, hydrogen and ammonia production facilities, a […]
KfW provides US$103 million loan for green hydrogen projects in Chile
January 9, 2025
The German development bank KfW will provide a US$103 million loan as part of a US$1.03 billion financing platform to support green hydrogen projects in Chile. This agreement, made with the Republic of Chile and the economic development agency CORFO, is part of the European Global Gateway Renewable Hydrogen Funding platform, which also includes contributions […]
EGEPC launches tender for 40 MW solar plant in the DR
January 9, 2025
EGEPC has launched a tender for a 40 MW solar plant to improve the efficiency of its Punta Catalina thermoelectric plant in the Dominican Republic. The project aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by integrating solar energy into the existing coal-fired units, which produce 720 MW for the National Interconnected Electric System. The tender will […]