Colombia is planning on phasing out the use of fossil fuels like gas, oil, and coal in its energy sector. However, the oil industry is experiencing significant decline due to falling private investment, stricter regulations, and increased taxation policies put in place by the Petro administration. This has led to a decrease in oil production […]
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IRENA, the International Renewable Energy Agency, highlights significant investment possibilities for large-scale solar and onshore wind energy initiatives in Colombia. The nation possesses considerable land capacity appropriate for solar PV and onshore wind advancements. Colombia is revealing a renewable energy potential of 1,600 GW. In 2024, the country introduced 1.6 GW of new utility-scale, while
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There are various mergers and acquisitions in Colombia’s renewable energy sector that signal a market-balancing opportunity and risk. Celsia, a recent buyer in the deal, acquired a 675 MW solar and wind portfolio from Ireland’s Mainstream. Additionally, a state oil company, Ecopetrol, has targeted assets from Statkraft, AES Corp., and Enel. Ecopetrol has pivoted to
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Colombia has made significant steps in renewable energy adoption by speeding up its transition to a cleaner, more resilient power grid. This depends on the country overcoming key challenges while leveraging its natural benefits. Colombia is rich in renewable resources such as hydropower, wind, solar, biomass, and geothermal. The country can move fast through speeding
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LanzaJet and BioD initiated a feasibility study to create the first sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production facility in Colombia. The research will test the technical, financial, and operational needs for the successful and sustainable adoption of the technology in the nation. It is dedicated to manufacturing SAF in Colombia by utilizing agroforestry waste and energy
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With increasing renewable energy generation, Colombia and Panama made progress toward regional energy integration. This development promises extra revenue for Colombia and deepens diplomatic and economic ties between two nations. Colombia is expanding its renewable energy sector in solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. Exporting clean energy to Panama provides a new stream of income for
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Colombia recently announced a 19-point plan to restart the stalled renewable energy sector. This is a crucial step towards speeding up its energy transition and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Colombia has significant renewable potential in solar, wind, and hydropower, but bureaucratic hurdles, regulatory delays, and infrastructure challenges have slowed the progress. The plan may
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Colombia seeks to make considerable growth in its national grid with the recent initiation of tenders for improved transmission infrastructure. The project is a component of the plan to upgrade the electrical grid, incorporate renewable energy sources, and enhance energy dependability. It encompasses the building of a 51km, 220kV transmission line linking the Urrá and
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Colombia’s ambitious plans for wind energy development in the La Guajira region are facing serious setbacks as major companies pull out and projects stall. This includes 1.1 GW awarded in a 2019 auction, and only two wind farms are partially operating today, totaling 32 MW. The mining and wind energy planning unit estimates the country
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The Peruvian Ministry of Energy and Mines has registered 20 authorization requests for geothermal projects. This is particularly true in the southern regions of Arequipa, Moquegua, and Tacna. There are initiatives projected to be operational by 2026 or 2027 with combined investments. Geothermal power provides a continuous energy supply, unlike solar and wind energy. Geothermal
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