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EDF Renewables secures permit to study 99.2 MW wind project in Peru
May 29, 2025
EDF Renewables has received a temporary concession from Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines to conduct feasibility studies for a 99.2 MW wind project in the Ica region. Source: Renewables Now
EDP Brasil finalizes exit from Pecém Coal Plant to focus on renewables and green hydrogen
May 29, 2025
EDP Brasil has completed its full divestment from the Pecém coal-fired power plant in Ceará, Brazil, by selling its remaining 20% stake to local investors. This move aligns with EDP’s broader strategy to exit coal-based energy generation and focus on renewable energy projects, including green hydrogen initiatives Source: Renewables Now
Colombia launches 19-point plan to jumpstart renewable energy and add 6 GW capacity
May 29, 2025
Colombia has unveiled a 19-point plan to revitalize its stalled renewable energy sector, aiming to achieve 6 GW of non-conventional renewable capacity. The plan includes measures to streamline permitting processes, enhance grid infrastructure, and improve coordination among stakeholders to accelerate project development. Source: Renewables Now
Pecém Complex and EDF sign pre-contract to launch green hydrogen project in Ceará
May 29, 2025
The Pecém Complex signed a pre-contract with EDF during the World Hydrogen 2025 event in Rotterdam to establish a green hydrogen production project in Ceará, Brazil. Source: Ceara Government
Virgin Islands Energy office closes US$500,ooo in loans to expand solar access for homeowners
May 29, 2025
The V.I. Energy Office has closed over $500,000 in renewable energy loans through its Solar Plus Financing (SPF) pilot program, enabling 17 homeowners to install solar and battery storage systems with no money down. Source: VI Consortium
Barbados secures US$700,000 grant from CAF to address water losses and strengthen infrastructure
May 15, 2025
The Government of Barbados has secured a US$700,000 grant from CAF to help reduce chronic water losses caused by outdated infrastructure. The funding will focus on addressing leaks and non-revenue water, which includes water produced but not billed due to issues like theft or inaccurate meters. Source: Caribbean National Weekly
BESS del Desierto is Latin America’s first large-scale stand-alone energy storage plant inaugurated in Chile
May 15, 2025
The BESS del Desierto plant, inaugurated in Chile by Atlas Renewable Energy, is the first large-scale stand-alone energy storage facility in Latin America. Located in the Atacama Desert, the 200 MW plant has a storage capacity of 800 MWh and is designed to store solar energy during peak generation times and release it during peak […]
Conolophus Project in Galapagos submitted to IDB Invest for financial evaluation
May 15, 2025
The Conolophus project in the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, has been submitted to IDB Invest for financial evaluation. The project, developed by E-QUATOR Energy (a partnership between Gransolar and TotalEnergies), involves the creation of a 14.8 MWp photovoltaic plant on Baltra Island, alongside a 40.9 MWh battery energy storage system. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
IDB approves US$250 million loan for rural electrification and renewable energy mini-grids in Guatemala
May 15, 2025
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a US$250 million loan to finance the Rural Electrification Access Program in Guatemala, aimed at increasing electricity coverage in rural areas. The program includes developing mini-grids with renewable energy and energy storage systems, benefiting around 70,000 households Source: PV Magazine LATAM