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MPC Energy Solutions initiates solar project in Guatemala
February 29, 2024
MPC Energy Solutions has started construction on a 65 MWp solar project in Guatemala, marking it as its largest project to date. Valued at US$42 million, the San Patricio Renovables plant is set for completion by mid-2025 and projected to generate approximately 141 GWh of clean electricity annually. Source: Renewables Now
Casa dos Ventos unveils US$2.4 billion investment plan in renewable energy and green hydrogen ventures
February 29, 2024
Brazilian renewable energy developer, Casa dos Ventos, plans to invest over US$2.4 billion in renewable energy assets by 2026. The company is currently exploring opportunities in green hydrogen, particularly targeting the domestic steel and fertilizer industries. They are currently engaged in a project at the Pecem Industrial Complex in Ceara state to produce green hydrogen […]
Gerdau and Newave Energia break ground on 420 MWp solar park in Minas Gerais
February 29, 2024
Brazilian steel producer Gerdau and local renewable power producer, Newave Energia, have begun construction on the Arinos Solar Park, a 420 MWp solar project in Minas Gerais state. The park will require a total investment of US$302 million. Source: Renewables Now
Enel Colombia unveils largest solar farm in Colombia
February 29, 2024
Enel Colombia inaugurated the 187 MW La Loma solar farm in Cesar, Colombia. The plant is the country’s largest solar facility and a significant contributor to the national grid. Source: Renewables Now
Caribbean Energy Chamber launched to address energy challenges in the region
February 29, 2024
The Caribbean Energy Chamber Inc. (CEC) has been launched with the aim of addressing the energy challenges in the Caribbean and prioritizing affordable net-zero energy security. CEC will serve as a non-profit, non-partisan hub to unite energy stakeholders from both public and private sectors. With headquarters in Saint Lucia, CEC will focus on critical areas […]
ENEE partners with Geokeri for geothermal energy feasibility study in Honduras
February 15, 2024
Honduras’ state-owned power company, ENEE, has partnered with Mexican consulting firm Geokeri to conduct the final stage of a feasibility study for geothermal energy production in Choluteca. Source: ThinkGeoEnergy
IDB supports Barbados’ sustainable development goals with US$100 million loan
February 15, 2024
The Inter-American Development Bank has approved a US$100 million loan for Barbados to advance its sustainable development goals by modernizing policies and regulations. Source: IADB
Enhancing climate resilience in Antigua and Barbuda
February 15, 2024
The Commonwealth Secretariat, in collaboration with the Government of Antigua and Barbuda, is moving ahead with efforts to enhance climate resilience among small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the agriculture sector by facilitating improved access to funding. Source: Times Caribbean Online
Statkraft inaugurates 519 MW wind complex in Brazil
February 15, 2024
Statkraft AS recently inaugurated the Ventos de Santa Eugenia wind complex in Brazil. The complex has a total capacity of 519 MW. Additionally, plans are in place to incorporate a 163 MW solar farm into the project, making it one of Brazil’s pioneering hybrid energy initiatives Source: Renewables Now