Latin America & Caribbean - Page 23 of 130

Colombia launches Gecelca Solar with 650 MW portfolio, starting with 200 MW Caribbean project
December 18, 2025
Colombia has launched Gecelca Solar, a new division of the state-owned company Gecelca, focused on developing photovoltaic projects with an initial portfolio of 650 MW. The first project is a 200 MW solar plant on the Caribbean coast which aims to supply over 150,000 families, reduce energy costs, improve security, and support the gradual phase-out […]
Peru clears US$6 billion in solar and wind projects totaling over 1,600 MW
December 18, 2025
Peru’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has cleared nine renewable energy projects worth over US$6.02 billion, including six solar plants totaling more than 1,600 MW in Arequipa, Moquegua, and Ica, and two wind farms in Piura and Lambayeque. The approval process, managed by the Specialized Investment Monitoring Team, expedited permits and authorizations, enabling progress on […]
Colombia unveils draft national low-emission hydrogen policy with 2050 production targets
December 18, 2025
Colombia has released a draft National Low-Emission Hydrogen Policy outlining a roadmap to develop a hydrogen industry, reduce fossil fuel use, and decarbonize sectors like transport, steel, cement, and fertilizers. The policy sets production targets of 120,000 tons by 2030 and 1.8 million tons by 2050, aiming to replace fossil hydrogen in refineries and agribusiness […]
El Salvador inaugurates 21.09 MWp solar plant in Usulután
December 18, 2025
El Salvador’s state-owned CEL has inaugurated the 21.09 MWp Solar plant in Usulután, its second photovoltaic installation, developed with Inversiones Energéticas (INE). The US$21 million project, featuring 35,000 modules and 64 inverters, is expected to supply electricity to over 30,000 homes and create more than 200 jobs. CEL has also announced a third solar plant […]
Belize seeks consultant for 40 MW solar and 20 MW battery storage project
December 18, 2025
Belize has launched a tender for a consulting firm to support a 40 MW solar power project paired with a 20 MW/80 MWh battery energy storage system. The consultancy will handle feasibility studies, conceptual design, and preparation of EPC tender documents. Financing is provided by the Saudi Development Fund. Expressions of interest are due by […]
IFC provides first green hydrogen loan to Uruguay’s Kahirós project
December 18, 2025
The IFC has granted its first green hydrogen loan for US$25 million to support the Kahirós project in Fray Bentos, Uruguay, aimed at decarbonizing forestry logistics through solar-powered hydrogen production and electric transport. The initiative, which includes a 3.9 MW solar installation and six hydrogen-powered trucks, is expected to reduce emissions, create jobs, and position […]
Argentinian University validates autonomous solar system for rural food refrigeration
December 18, 2025
Researchers at Argentina’s National University of the Northeast (UNNE) have developed and validated an autonomous photovoltaic system designed to provide continuous electricity for food refrigeration and basic household needs in isolated rural areas. The system combines a 910 Wp solar array, a 275 Ah battery bank, and a 2 kW MPPT controller, covering 100% of […]
El Salvador inaugurates 7.5 MW Berlin Binary Cycle geothermal power plant
December 18, 2025
El Salvador’s CEL has inaugurated the 7.5 MW Berlin binary cycle geothermal power plant in Usulután, which converts waste heat from the existing geothermal facility into electricity. The US$37 million project, supplied by Turboden, increases LAGEO’s installed capacity to 204.4 MW and strengthens geothermal generation, which now provides about 20% of the country’s electricity. Piensa […]
Panama to launch renewable energy auctions under new 2050 power sector plan
December 18, 2025
Panama will relaunch national energy planning in 2026 with the National Energy Plan 2025–2050, introducing competitive renewable energy auctions as part of a long-term power sector roadmap through 2050. A four-year auction schedule will begin with hydropower and wind, followed by additional technologies, alongside regulatory reforms, grid integration and efforts to reduce fossil fuel dependence. […]