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Morelos government to build data center to modernize and secure state information systems
October 9, 2025
The Government of Morelos, Mexico, has announced plans to build the Morelos Data Center to centralize, secure, and modernize the management of state government data. Approved by the local Congress and included in next year’s budget, the project will digitize administrative records, replacing traditional physical archives. Source: Data Center Dynamics
Brazil’s Eletrobras plans data center development in São Paulo
October 9, 2025
Brazil’s Eletrobras is planning to develop its own data center in Campinas, São Paulo, to expand beyond its conventional role in power generation and infrastructure. Source: BNAmericas
Japan’s NEC shifts focus to Latin America’s data center and corporate network markets amid telecom revenue decline
October 9, 2025
Japan’s NEC is redirecting its strategy toward Latin America, focusing on data centers and corporate networking as its traditional telecommunications revenues decline. The company is in talks to build private networks for industrial and agricultural clients in the region, leveraging its technological expertise to tap into digital infrastructure demand. Source: BNAmericas
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 […]