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Enel inaugurates US$325 million Pedra Pintada wind complex in Bahia
June 13, 2025
Enel Green Power Brazil has inaugurated the 194 MW Pedra Pintada wind complex in Bahia, featuring 43 turbines and a US$325 million investment. The facility is expected to generate over 894 GWh annually, powering around 435,000 homes. Source: Renewables Now
El Salvador advances 25 MW Chinameca geothermal project with World Bank-backed loan
June 13, 2025
El Salvador has secured a sovereign guarantee for a World Bank loan to finance a 25 MW geothermal power plant in Chinameca, led by state utility CEL. The project, located on the Chinameca Volcano in San Miguel, includes drilling wells, building a steam collection system, and connecting the plant to the national grid. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy
INGEMMET confirms volcanic-origin geothermal system at Tutupaca site in Southern Peru
June 13, 2025
Peru’s Geological, Mining, and Metallurgical Institute (INGEMMET) has confirmed the presence of a volcanic-origin geothermal system at the Tutupaca site in Tacna’s Candarave district. Source: Piensa Geotermia
Netherlands commits US$169 million to modernize energy infrastructure in Dutch Caribbean Islands
May 29, 2025
The Netherlands has committed US$169 million to support the energy transition on the Caribbean islands of Curaçao, Aruba, and Sint-Maarten, focusing on modernizing energy infrastructure rather than subsidizing already-viable renewables. Source: Dutch News
Argentina advances 500 MW energy storage tender with US$500 million AlmaGBA initiative
May 29, 2025
Argentina’s Wholesale Electricity Market Administrator (CAMMESA) has published the contract template for the “AlmaGBA Storage” tender, which aims to add up to 500 MW of battery energy storage systems in the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA). The national and international bidding process, launched by the Energy Secretariat, anticipates a US$500 million investment with project completion […]
Guyana invests US$4.2 million to expand off-grid solar access in 21 Amerindian villages
May 29, 2025
Guyana has approved a US$4.2 million investment to upgrade solar systems in 21 Amerindian villages across five administrative regions, aiming to expand off-grid renewable energy access. The initiative is expected to benefit around 12,700 residents. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Corfo launches RFI to boost local wind manufacturing and green hydrogen supply chain in Chile
May 29, 2025
Chile’s Corfo has launched a request for information (RFI) to attract companies interested in manufacturing wind power systems or components locally, aiming to support the national and regional markets and bolster the green hydrogen value chain. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Brazil, Costa Rica, Uruguay, and Colombia lead EV sales in Latin America; Mexico excels in exports
May 29, 2025
According to the IEA’s Global Electric Vehicle Outlook 2025, Brazil, Costa Rica, Uruguay, and Colombia are leading electric vehicle (EV) sales in Latin America, while Mexico stands out for its EV exports. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Uriel Renovables to invest US$450 million in 420 MW solar-plus-storage projects in Chile
May 29, 2025
Uriel Renovables is entering the Chilean energy market with a US$450 million investment to build four photovoltaic parks totaling 420 MWp, each equipped with lithium-ion battery storage. Located in the Valparaíso region, the projects will include 360 MW of energy storage to enhance grid reliability near Santiago. Construction of the first project, Ritoque Solar, is […]