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Orygen begins construction of Wayra Solar, expanding Peru’s largest hybrid wind-solar complex
June 26, 2025
Orygen, backed by British fund Actis, has begun construction of the 94.22 MW Wayra Solar plant in Nazca, Peru, as part of the country’s first large-scale hybrid wind-solar complex. The US$71.8 million project will integrate with the existing Wayra I and Wayra Extension wind farms, bringing the total capacity of the Wayra Renewable Energy Complex […]
Neuquén to launch bidding in September for first municipal solar park
June 26, 2025
The city of Neuquén, Argentina, plans to launch the bidding process in September for its first solar park, with a total capacity of 50 MW. The first 10 MW will be funded entirely by municipal resources,. The project is part of a broader strategy to promote non-conventional energy sources. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Chile approves environmental assessment for US$500 million Radal Solar and battery storage project
June 26, 2025
Chile has approved the environmental assessment for the Radal Solar project, a 280 MWp photovoltaic plant paired with a 200 MW/1,101 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS), to be developed by Eurus Energy. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Ecuador secures US$77 million IDB guarantee to boost private investment in solar and wind projects
June 26, 2025
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has granted a US$77 million sovereign guarantee to Ecuador to encourage private investment in renewable energy projects. The support will help develop over 820 MW of new solar and wind capacity across up to 12 projects selected through a public bidding process led by the Ministry of Energy and Mines. […]
Neoenergia begins construction on green hydrogen plant and refueling station in Brazil
June 26, 2025
Neoenergia is investing over US$5.4 million in one of Brazil’s first green hydrogen plants, under construction in Taguatinga, Federal District, with an opening planned for October. Powered by a photovoltaic system, the facility will serve as a refueling station for light and heavy vehicles and aims to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors such as transport and industry. […]
Zelestra launches Peru’s largest solar plant with 300 MW San Martín project in Arequipa
June 26, 2025
Zelestra has commenced commercial operations at the 300 MW San Martín solar farm in Peru’s Arequipa region—making it the country’s largest solar plant. Built in just 18 months by Zelestra’s in-house EPC team, the facility comprises approximately 450,000 photovoltaic modules and is expected to generate over 830 GWh annually. Source: Renewables Now
Brazil issues first offshore wind licence for 24.5 MW pilot off Areia Branca
June 26, 2025
Brazil’s environmental agency IBAMA has issued the country’s first preliminary license for an offshore wind pilot project—a 24.5 MW site featuring two turbines off the coast of Areia Branca in Rio Grande do Norte. Developed by SENAI ISI‑ER, the project will deliver power via subsea cables to the nearby port island and marks Brazil’s entry into […]
CAF Issues first blue bond, raising US$115.94 million for climate-resilient coastal development
June 13, 2025
CAF has launched its first-ever blue bond, raising US$ 115.94 million to support climate-resilient coastal development across the region. Underwritten by BNP Paribas Cardif, the 5-year bond will finance sustainable water management and marine ecosystem protection projects, with initial efforts in Brazil, Ecuador, and beyond. Source: CAF
UK and CDEMA sign MoU to strengthen Caribbean disaster preparedness ahead of 2025 hurricane season
June 13, 2025
Ahead of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season, the UK has signed a new MoU with the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) to enhance disaster preparedness and emergency response across the region. The agreement, signed in Barbados, includes adaptable emergency funding mechanisms such as an immediate mobilization fund to enable rapid deployment of response teams […]