Puerto Rico - New Energy Events

RFP issued for five solar-plus-storage resiliency hubs in Puerto Rico
May 15, 2025
The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), with support from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez, has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the installation of five solar-plus-storage resiliency hubs in underserved communities in Puerto Rico. This project, aimed at providing reliable electricity during and after natural disasters, is part of a multi-year commitment by the […]
U.S. commits US$1.2 billion to strengthen Puerto Rico’s clean energy infrastructure
January 23, 2025
The U.S. Energy Department’s Loan Programs Office has committed US$1.2 billion to clean energy projects in Puerto Rico to reduce reliance on its fragile fossil-fuel-powered grid. The projects would add 202 MW of solar capacity and 455 MW of battery storage, more than doubling the department’s support for renewable energy on the island. Source: Energy […]
DOE to provide US$500 million for solar and storage projects in Puerto Rico to improve grid resilience
January 9, 2025
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will provide over US$500 million in loans to build and operate utility-scale solar and storage systems in Puerto Rico, enhancing the island’s grid resilience. The funding lands against a backdrop of continuing power outages on the island. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
DOE finalizes US$861 million loan guarantee for Puerto Rico’s largest solar and battery storage project
October 24, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has finalized an US$861 million loan guarantee for Puerto Rico’s largest solar and battery storage project, Project Marahu. The initiative will include two solar-plus-storage facilities and two standalone battery systems, providing 200 MW of solar capacity and 285 MW of battery storage. Source: Canary Media
DOE announces US$325 million for energy resilience projects in Puerto Rico
September 12, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a US$325 million funding program under the Resilient Communities Program to enhance energy resilience for vulnerable populations in Puerto Rico. The funding, part of the Puerto Rico Energy Resilience Fund (PR-ERF), will support solar and battery storage installations for community health centers, public housing, and subsidized multifamily […]
FlexGen partners with Arclight and Infinigen Renewables for PV and BESS project in Puerto Rico
May 3, 2024
FlexGen, in collaboration with IPP Arclight and its subsidiary Infinigen Renewables, is set to implement a 15 MW battery energy storage system (BESS) alongside a 32 MW solar project in Puerto Rico. The initiative aims to enhance grid reliability and flexibility while meeting stringent grid specifications mandated by the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority. Source: […]
Caribbean Transmission Development Company (CTDC) aims to connect DR and Puerto Rico via a submarine electrical cable
March 28, 2024
The Caribbean Transmission Development Company (CTDC) revealed that connecting the Dominican Republic with Puerto Rico via a submarine electrical cable would cost over US$1 billion. Despite challenges, the project aims to strengthen ties between the two economies and, according to CTDC, would be completed by 2030. CTDC has submitted a proposal to the federal government […]
The US is investing US$440 million to install PV with storage in Puerto Rico
November 9, 2023
The United States Department of Energy (DOE) will invest US$440 million for the installation of residential solar and battery storage systems in up to 40,000 homes in Puerto Rico. Source: PV Magazine LATAM
Puerto Rico doubles target for RE & storage in 3rd tranche of RFP
June 23, 2023
Revised 3rd tranche of RFP sees Puerto Rico doubling its call for renewable energy and storage capacity to 1,000 MW and 500 MW. Source: BNAmericas