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RFP issued for five solar-plus-storage resiliency hubs in Puerto Rico
May 15, 2025
The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), with support from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez, has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the installation of five solar-plus-storage resiliency hubs in underserved communities in Puerto Rico. This project, aimed at providing reliable electricity during and after natural disasters, is part of a multi-year commitment by the […]
Arequipa allocates 160 hectares for green and blue hydrogen plant
May 15, 2025
The regional government of Arequipa, Peru, has allocated a 160-hectare plot of land in Matarani, Islay province, for the construction of a green and blue hydrogen production plant. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Brazil’s Bahia to develop solar PV park with green methanol and ammonia production
May 15, 2025
Brazil’s Bahia state is advancing the development of a solar photovoltaic (PV) park combined with green methanol and ammonia production facilities. This project is being led by GoVerde, a Brazilian clean energy company, in collaboration with the state government. Source: Renewables Now
TotalEnergies H2 submits US$16 billion H2 Magallanes project for environmental assessment in Chile
May 15, 2025
TotalEnergies H2 (TEH2) has submitted its US$16 billion H2 Magallanes project for environmental assessment in Chile, aiming to produce and export green ammonia from the Magallanes region. The project will involve a 5 GW wind farm, renewable hydrogen and ammonia facilities, and desalinated seawater, producing up to 1.9 million tonnes of green ammonia annually. Source: […]
Genneia to invest US$110 million in 130 MW San Juan Sur solar farm to meet industrial demand
May 15, 2025
Argentine power producer Genneia will invest US$110 million to build the 130 MW San Juan Sur solar farm in San Juan province, aimed at meeting the growing electricity demand from mining and industrial sectors. The farm is set to be operational by the second half of 2026. Source: Renewables Now
IDB Invest considers US$5 million loan for El Salvador’s 100 MW Metapan wind project
May 15, 2025
IDB Invest is considering a US$5 million loan to El Salvador’s state-owned utility CEL to finance the early-stage development of a 100 MW wind project in the northwest. The funds will cover technical, environmental, and social studies, as well as expenses for the Metapan wind farm’s development and the installation of meteorological towers. A decision […]
BNDES approves US$27.5 million for GreenYellow’s distributed solar projects in Brazil
May 15, 2025
BNDES has approved US$27.5 million to support GreenYellow’s distributed solar projects across Brazil. The funding will aid in the installation of 16 mini-generation plants with a total capacity of 31 MW in various states. Source: Renewables Now
Bermuda launches procurement for first offshore wind project to generate 120 MW renewable energy
May 15, 2025
The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda (RA) has launched the procurement process for the island’s first offshore wind project, targeting up to 120 MW of renewable energy. The project will be developed in phases, starting with 60 MW, and will be located off Bermuda’s north shore. To support the project, the RA will commission further studies, […]
Ecuador moves forward with Tufiño-Chiles-Cerro Negro geothermal project to generate 138 MW of clean energy
May 15, 2025
Ecuador’s Ministry of Energy and Mines is advancing the Tufiño-Chiles-Cerro Negro Binational Geothermal Project, located on the northern border with Colombia, to diversify the country’s energy mix. A letter of intent was signed on April 10 to begin the project’s implementation, which will harness the geothermal potential in Carchi province and generate up to 138 […]