The Salinas Grandes is the largest salt flat in Argentina, sitting within the lithium triangle along the parts of Chile and Bolivia. Lithium is a crucial component for green energy transition goals. Most of Argentina’s lithium comes from brine extraction, which involves pumping brine from underground salt flats into evaporation ponds. Letting the water evaporate […]
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Argentina is rapidly expanding its renewable energy portfolio with resources such as wind in Patagonia, solar in Jujuy, and hydro in the Andes. This attracts significant investments from international and private sector companies. Chinese companies have played a crucial role in the expansion of Argentina’s clean energy infrastructure. They provide financing and direct participation in
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Genneia, an Argentina power producer, has obtained a CNY 358.8 million loan from the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China. Genneia will use the proceeds for general corporate purposes tied to renewable energy projects. This includes capital investment, development expenses, and operations and maintenance. The investment will pave the way for technology transfer in solar
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Peru’s ongoing rural electrification drive is as a result of increased rural electrification projects across 19 regions. Peru has made significant progress in electrification, with 95% increased energy access in urban zones. Remote highlands and Amazonian communities lag behind due to geographic, economic, and logistical barriers. Extending the traditional grid infrastructure prompts the government to
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Acciona, a Spanish infrastructure firm, recently secured a contract to design, finance, and operate a 330 km power transmission line in Southern Peru. The $284M project includes the operation and maintenance of the system. The 220 kV transmission line will enhance electricity distribution in the region. It also includes building two new substations and expanding
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Upstream hydrocarbon investment in Peru totaled US $99.4 million in 2025, compared to the previous year. Upstream exploration remains minimal, however, which shows an investment standstill. The Peruvian government extended a tax refund benefit for exploration inputs through 2027 to provide relief for high-risk investments. There are also regulatory reforms underway with PeruPetro refining licensing
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Powering mining operations with renewable energy is crucial in enhancing operational efficiency, cutting energy costs, and meeting global demand for low-carbon minerals. Peru has the potential to lead sustainable mining for copper, zinc, silver, lithium, and gold. Resources such as solar, wind, and hydro provide clean and sustainable energy for mining operations. Mining operations are
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Venezuela faces struggles with its aging infrastructure, underinvestment, and poor maintenance. Energy investments in Venezuela’s energy sector depend on a mix of resources, economic mismanagement, political instability, and sanctions. Recent shifts in global energy dynamics and untapped potential are drawing renewed attention to the energy investment industry. The country has one of the largest proven
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Venezuela is often in darkness following blackouts caused by aging infrastructure, dependence on hydroelectric power, underinvestment, and lack of proper maintenance. Some of the areas receive up to 12 hours of power outages. Other than reliance on hydropower, the system operates efficiently with backup from gas and oil power plants. Most people turn to generators,
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Increased storms and floods in Venezuela impact the power transmission and distribution infrastructure. The country is heavily dependent on hydropower and oil production to meet the energy demands. Hydroelectric power production is vulnerable to extreme weather events like floods and tropical storms. These disasters disrupt electricity generation, damage infrastructure, and worsen the country’s ongoing energy
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