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Arequipa and H2 Perú partner to develop and promote major new green hydrogen hub
October 9, 2025
The Arequipa Regional Government and the Peruvian Hydrogen Association (H2 Perú) have signed an agreement to develop a regional green hydrogen hub. The initiative will include studies on governance, socioeconomic impact, and value chain development, guided by a Bipartisan Coordination Committee. With a projected investment of US$4.27 billion, the hub aims to leverage Arequipa’s exceptional […]
Guyana launches 217 kW solar grid bringing 24-hour power to remote indigenous village of Batavia
October 9, 2025
Guyana has inaugurated a 217.4 kW solar grid in the remote indigenous village of Batavia, providing 24-hour electricity to more than 125 homes for the first time. The US$1.4 million project includes a microgrid, a solar array, and individual home systems, developed by CNOOC Petroleum Guyana in partnership with the government. It marks the second […]
Buenos Aires to install 400 electric vehicle charging stations over the next two years
October 9, 2025
The Buenos Aires City Government has announced plans to install 400 electric vehicle charging stations over the next two years as part of its Electromovilidad Porteña program. The initiative will deploy 200 chargers in public areas and 200 in private spaces with public access, in partnership with private companies that will handle costs and maintenance. […]
Erco Energy launches large-scale solar and battery storage project in Colombia
October 9, 2025
Colombian company Erco Energy has inaugurated the La Martina project, featuring a 16.7 MWp solar plant and a 6.9 MWh battery system in Paratebueno. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Chile’s Haru Oni green hydrogen plant becomes first in the world to earn EU certification for synthetic fuel production
October 9, 2025
HIF Global’s Haru Oni green hydrogen plant in Chile’s Magallanes region has become the first in the world to receive ISCC EU RFNBO certification from Germany’s ISCC, recognizing its production of synthetic gasoline using 100% renewable energy. The certification confirms compliance with European sustainability standards, including at least a 70% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. […]
Chile to scale back green hydrogen targets amid global market slowdown
October 9, 2025
Chile plans to lower its green hydrogen production targets amid a global market slowdown, Energy Minister Diego Pardow recently announced. The revised goals, to be released in the coming months, will align with similar adjustments in Europe while maintaining support for projects already permitted or nearing approval. Despite the cuts, Chile continues to advance over […]
Coca-Cola FEMSA unveils Argentina’s largest solar carport at Buenos Aires distribution center
October 9, 2025
Coca-Cola FEMSA Argentina has inaugurated the country’s largest solar carport at its Northern Distribution Center in Buenos Aires. Designed and installed by YPF Solar with support from TAMA, the 429.3 kW system features 734 bifacial panels and generates about 527.6 MWh annually—enough to power 120 homes. The structure provides shaded parking for 116 vehicles while […]
Montserrat launches tender for 1 MW solar-and-storage project to boost energy resilience
October 9, 2025
Montserrat has launched a tender for the design and construction of a solar-plus-storage project in Shinlands, in the island’s north. The 1 MW solar plant will be paired with a battery energy storage system to enhance grid stability and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The government is seeking qualified engineering, procurement, and construction firms, with […]
Chile launches tender for six community solar parks across the country
October 9, 2025
Chile’s Energy Efficiency Agency (AChEE) has launched a tender for the construction of six community solar parks of up to 300 kW each, as part of the national “Community Solar Park” program. The projects will be built on municipal land in Puerto Montt, Punta Arenas, Vicuña, San Antonio, Calle Larga, and Pudahuel, under shared ownership […]