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Grand Bahama Power to Introduce Solar to Energy Mix
November 4, 2015
The Grand Bahama Power Company (GBPC) hopes to help residents of the Bahamas take advantage of solar energy once generation technology is introduced to the energy mix in 2016. The Renewable Energy Rider rate (RER) will allow GBPC customers the opportunity to sell energy back to the grid, from residential solar PV, wind turbines and other […]
Cuba seeks $8.2 billion in foreign investment for 326 projects
November 3, 2015
Diversification of industry is a part of Cuba’s plans for the future, which includes a more robust private sector and opportunities for foreign investment. Foreign Trade Minister, Rodrigo Malmierca, unveiled ready-made investment opportunities, officially called “the portfolio”, at the 33rd annual Havana International Fair (FIHAV) and explained that: [the] “private sector, cooperatives, and other forms […]
Argentina to generate 8% of energy from renewable sources by 2017
November 2, 2015
A new law supporting renewable energy was passed in Argentina last week, approved by the chamber of deputies to utilize some of the country’s potential as a producer of wind, solar and hydro power. The bill mandates that 8% of electricity must come from alternative energy sources by 2017; it also calls for this percentage […]
First-ever roadmap for Caribbean Islands to be 48% Renewable by 2027
October 28, 2015
A comprehensive work program to achieve renewable energy generation has been outlined by CARICOM in the Caribbean Sustainable Energy Roadmap and Strategy (C-SERMS) Baseline Report and Assessment. The report includes concrete steps for achieving the 48 percent renewables generation target set for 2027. Priority Initiatives, Policies, Projects and Activities (PIPPAs) aim to tackle existing barriers […]
Mexico to spend $46 billion on wind energy in next 25 years
October 22, 2015
Mexico plans to quadruple its wind power capacity from 2.5GW in 2014 to 10GW in 2018, and to add a further 22GW of wind energy by 2040 in a $46bn push toward a low-carbon economy. As the world’s 10th largest contributor of global emissions, Mexico relies on fossil fuels for 75% of its electricity. This […]
Gamesa Awarded 112 MW Wind Turbine Order In Chile
October 22, 2015
Chile continues to climb the Renewable Energy Attractiveness Index – moving from 11 to number 9 alongside Brazil. Confidence is bolstered by an order for a 112 MW wind turbine supply contract from Gamesa. The wind farm will receive 56 of Gamesa’s G114-2.0 MW turbines, which are optimized for low and medium wind speed sites. […]
Cuban farmers use renewable energy to protect environment
October 20, 2015
Cuban farmers are ahead of the curve with techniques to use renewable energies for environmental protection. The operation of 200 windmills and 20 solar panels in the sector of Villa Clara is one example of hardware infrastructure used. Additionally, 130 biodigesters are currently used for the treatment of pork residuals and 300 more will be […]
Tax incentives for renewable energy projects in El Salvador
October 5, 2015
El Salvador’s government has proposed making changes to extend tax incentives for renewable energy projects and the expansion of existing projects. Such changes are expected to encourage investment in a number of different renewable projects, including hydro, geothermal, wind, solar, marine, biogas and biomass. To read more about renewable energy incentives in El Salvador, click […]
El Salvador Geothermal: Drilling Starts on Well for 10 MW Power Plant
August 28, 2015
El Salvador geothermal takes another step forward. The government of El Salvador announced that drilling at the Chinameca geothermal site started this week. The well will produce an estimated 8 – 10 MW of energy by 2017. By 2019, the site will produce 50 MW annually. According to Comisión Ejecutiva Hidreléctrica del Río Lempa, David […]