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EDP to supply 13.4 MW of renewable energy to Ceará’s state agencies through 2029

February 6, 2025

EDP Energias de Portugal has signed an agreement to supply 13.4 MW of renewable energy to 144 state agencies in Ceará, Brazil, through 2029. Source: Renewables Now

Chile expands geothermal development with new exploration licenses for Transmark Chile SpA

February 6, 2025

Chile’s Ministry of Energy granted two geothermal exploration licenses to Transmark Chile SpA, expanding the country’s geothermal development. This decision reinforces Chile’s commitment to leveraging its geothermal potential along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Source: ThinGeoEnergy

Colombia introduces competitive framework to boost geothermal energy development

February 6, 2025

Colombia’s new framework will enhance geothermal energy development by implementing a competitive process for awarding exploration and exploitation permits. The new framework strengthens environmental protection, community engagement, and infrastructure access while ensuring economic viability and advancing drilling techniques. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy

Uruguay seeks consulting bids for green hydrogen environmental strategy

January 23, 2025

Uruguay’s energy ministry is accepting bids until January 27 for consulting services to support the development of a strategic environmental evaluation process for green hydrogen projects. This initiative aims to guide the country’s efforts in advancing its green hydrogen strategy. Source: BNAmericas

MOL invests US$25 million in Latin America reforestation fund to support net zero goals

January 23, 2025

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) has invested US$25 million in The Reforestation Fund I, LP, a forestry fund focused on Latin America, as part of its goal to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Managed by BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group, the fund supports carbon credit generation through reforestation and forest conservation, while promoting biodiversity, local […]

Elera Renováveis expands Janaúba Solar complex to 1,617 MWp

January 23, 2025

Elera Renováveis has completed the expansion of the Janaúba Solar Complex in Minas Gerais, adding 422 MWp for a total capacity of 1,617 MWp, powering 1.2 million homes. The US$823.5 million project includes 27 photovoltaic plants, created 15,000 jobs, and supports socio-economic development with training programs, including initiatives for women, and a family farming project […]

São Paulo metro secures 15-year renewable energy deal to power trains and cut emissions

January 23, 2025

The São Paulo Metro has signed a 15-year contract with CGN Brasil and Pontoon Energia to supply renewable energy from the Lagoa do Barro Complex in Piauí, powering trains on key metro lines starting in 2027. The initiative, expected to save nearly US$2 million will also prevent over 200,000 tons of CO₂ emissions, promoting sustainability […]

Geocycle Plant in Costa Rica combines waste processing with solar power for sustainable cement production

January 23, 2025

The Geocycle plant in Cartago, Costa Rica, the largest of its kind in Latin America, processes waste equivalent to that generated by an entire city using co-processing technology to support sustainable cement production. A newly installed 718.62 kW photovoltaic system, developed by GoSolar, features 1,218 solar panels and generates approximately 942.8 MWh annually, further advancing […]

Vale and GreenIron partner to advance decarbonization in mining and metals

January 23, 2025

Vale and GreenIron have signed an MOU to advance decarbonization in the mining and metals supply chain. The partnership includes a feasibility study for a direct reduction facility in Brazil using GreenIron’s green hydrogen-compatible technology. Source: Vale