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CAP and Aceros AZA launch US$484 million green steel venture to revive Huachipato plant
June 10, 2026
Chilean companies CAP and Aceros AZA have agreed to combine their steel businesses to revive the historic Huachipato steel plant in Talcahuano through a new green steel venture valued at US$484 million. The new company, 85%-owned by AZA and 15%-owned by CAP, will use recycled scrap metal and electric arc furnace technology to produce lower-carbon […]
Genneia brings 180 MW San Rafael solar farm to full commercial operation in Argentina
June 10, 2026
Genneia has achieved full commercial operations of its 180 MW San Rafael solar farm in Mendoza province following a phased commissioning process. The US$180 million project is expected to generate more than 500 GWh of electricity annually for industrial customers under Argentina’s MATER renewable energy program. Source: Renewables Now
Argentina’s storage tender draws 235 bids totaling more than 8,300MW
May 28, 2026
Argentina’s latest energy storage tender drew 235 bids from 37 companies totaling more than 8,300MW, far surpassing the government’s 700MW target. The strong response highlights growing investor interest in battery storage as Argentina looks to improve grid reliability and reduce outages across key regions of the national interconnected system. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Acelen Renewables secures US$1.5 billion for Bahia sustainable aviation fuel biorefinery
May 28, 2026
Acelen Renewables has secured US$1.5 billion in financing to begin construction of a renewable fuel biorefinery in Bahia, Brazil, one of Latin America’s largest sustainable aviation fuel projects. Scheduled to begin operations in 2029, the facility will produce one billion liters annually of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel. Source: SPGlobal
ContourGlobal brings Victor Jara solar and battery storage project online in Chile’s Tarapacá region
May 28, 2026
ContourGlobal has brought the Victor Jara project in Chile’s Tarapacá Region online, integrating 231 MW of solar PV with a 200 MW/1.3 GWh battery energy storage system capable of supplying electricity for up to 6.5 hours. The project is among the world’s longest-duration utility-scale battery installations and the longest currently operating in Latin America. It […]
Guyana and Barbados launch Trident Arrow investment fund to back infrastructure and growth
May 28, 2026
Guyana and Barbados have launched the Trident Arrow Investment Fund, a new bilateral investment vehicle that will allow citizens to invest in major infrastructure and long-term projects across utilities, technology, and agro-processing. The initiative also includes a diaspora bond aimed at giving overseas Guyanese a direct way to support the country’s development while earning returns, […]
Chile and Europe launch initiative to develop financing tools for green hydrogen projects
May 28, 2026
Chile and Europe have launched a joint initiative to address one of the main barriers to green hydrogen development: project financing. Led by GIZ and consultancy NIRAS, the program brings together public and private stakeholders to design financial instruments that can support hydrogen and derivative projects, including ammonia, methanol, and sustainable aviation fuels. Source: BNAmericas
Brazilian delegation visits Chile to study battery storage and grid integration technologies
May 28, 2026
A Brazilian delegation from ONS and Eneva visited Chile to study the country’s experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) and grid-forming technologies. The visit, hosted by SMA, e-STORAGE, and Colbún, included technical meetings in Santiago and discussions on integrating high levels of renewable energy into the grid. Source: BNAmericas
KIO Data Centers signs 10-year PPA with Celsia to secure power supply for Panama operations
May 28, 2026
KIO Data Centers has signed a 10-year power purchase agreement with Celsia to secure electricity supply for its data center operations in Panama, marking its first disclosed PPA in the country. The agreement provides long-term energy certainty, helping reduce exposure to market volatility while supporting growing demand from hyperscale, AI, and cloud services. Source: BNAmericas