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Grenada launches national battery storage project
March 19, 2026
Grenada has launched early market engagement for a national battery energy storage project at Maurice Bishop International Airport, with a planned capacity of 10.6 MW / 21.2 MWh. The project will be developed in phases, supported by the Caribbean Development Bank and The World Bank, with initial procurement expected in 2026. Source: ESS News
D’E Capital secures approval for 50 MW battery storage project in Chile to boost grid flexibility
March 19, 2026
D’E Capital’s 50 MW / 200 MWh Catemito battery energy storage project in San Bernardo, Chile, has received environmental approval, with a US$33 million investment aimed at improving grid flexibility and stability. The standalone system will support peak demand, provide ancillary services, and help integrate renewable energy sources like solar and wind. Construction is expected […]
IDB Invest backs Paraguay’s first green hydrogen fertilizer project with US$420 million financing package
March 19, 2026
IDB Invest has structured a US$420 million debt financing package to support Project Villeta, Paraguay’s first green hydrogen-based fertilizer plant, with total investment reaching approximately US$650 million. The project will use Paraguay’s renewable hydroelectric power to produce and export fertilizers, strengthening regional agricultural supply chains and positioning the country as a leader in green hydrogen. […]
HIF Global advances US$5.3 billion e-fuels project in Uruguay with environmental submission
March 19, 2026
HIF Global has advanced its US$5.3 billion e-fuels project in Paysandú, Uruguay, by submitting its environmental impact study as part of the approval process. HIF plans to produce up to 876,000 tonnes of e-methanol annually while recycling significant CO₂ emissions. The project is expected to generate around 1,400 construction jobs and 300 operational roles, with […]
Equinix partners with Auren Energia on wind projects in Brazil
March 19, 2026
Equinix has partnered with Auren Energia to develop two wind energy projects in Brazil that will begin supplying renewable power to its operations from 2026 under a long-term PPA. Source: The Tech Capital
Copahue geothermal project advances toward 10 MW phase with expansion potential to 30 MW
March 19, 2026
The Copahue Geothermal Project in Neuquén is Argentina’s most advanced geothermal development, with a proposed 10 MW initial modular phase and potential expansion to 30 MW, using condensing cycle technology and a 90% capacity factor. The first phase is expected to generate 78.8 GWh annually, powering around 26,000 homes and reducing approximately 34,690 tons of […]
Google to build US$500 million digital exchange hub in the Dominican Republic
March 5, 2026
Google is investing US$500 million to build an international digital exchange hub in the Dominican Republic. The project, including a new submarine cable network connecting to the US, aims to enhance AI innovation, improve digital connectivity, and position the country as a regional hub for cloud and data services, with construction set to begin in […]
Guyana advances 2026 inland solar expansion to power remote communities
March 5, 2026
Guyana is accelerating its 2026 inland solar expansion, aiming to bring reliable renewable power to remote and riverine communities. The initiative seeks to support sustainable energy access, improve livelihoods, and foster economic development across the country’s decentralized regions. Source: PV Know How
Puerto Rico issues RFQ for 600 MW Costa Sur Dual-Fuel power project
March 5, 2026
Puerto Rico’s Public-Private Partnerships Authority (P3A) has issued an RFQ for the 600 MW Costa Sur power project in Guayanilla. The initiative will replace aging oil-fired units with dual-fuel natural gas and ultra-low-sulfur diesel technology, modernizing the site with up to 600 MW of firm generation to strengthen grid resilience and meet energy demand. Source: […]