Engie Chile has hired Portugal’s CJR Renewables to build the 165 MW Pemuco wind farm in the Nuble region of central Chile. The CJR will oversee both civil infrastructure and electrical construction. This encompasses the building of foundations and platforms, access routes, and the laying of medium-voltage network cables. The project will involve an investment […]
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Exxon Mobil and SLB are ready to meet with Chilean officials to discuss potential lithium investment opportunities. This represents a strategic shift by traditional energy companies towards renewable energy resources. Lithium is a crucial mineral for electric vehicle batteries to support the global transition to sustainable energy. Exxon Mobil is considering the implementation of direct
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Due to the recent power blackout in Chile, the authorities should aim to ensure grid resilience to combat these challenges. Chile has one of the most dynamic energy markets in South America, with a strong push toward renewable energy integration. The country focuses on increasing renewable penetration while maintaining a stable and resilient grid. Advancements
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Germany, though the development bank, KfW, is investing in Chile’s green hydrogen sector, leveraging its abundant renewable resources. KfW signed an agreement with the Chilean Ministry of Finance and the economic development agency to provide a $103 million promotional loan. This initiative aims to ease the decarbonization of Chile’s economy by promoting the production and
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The mining industry in Peru plays a crucial role in supporting the transition towards clean energy solutions. Minerals such as copper, lithium, silver, and rare earth elements are crucial for renewable energy technologies. Copper serves in solar panels, wind turbines, and electrical grids. Lithium is crucial for electric vehicle batteries and energy storage systems. Silver
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Verano’s Domeyko solar-plus-storage project in Chile consists of an 83 MW solar PV plant and a 660 MWh battery energy storage system. This enables the country to harness copious solar energy during peak sunlight hours while also storing excess energy for later use during low-production seasons. The project costs roughly $230 million and is projected
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As temperatures rise, there is a growing demand to lower global emissions and achieve net zero goals. Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) is a technology that offers solutions for achieving net zero targets. This technology consists of extracting carbon dioxide from the air, transforming it into useful products, and storing it below ground. It
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Colombia is expanding its solar energy capacity for the broader push toward renewable energy. The increasing renewable share in the nation necessitates the need for upgraded transmission lines for integrating solar power. Upgrading transmission lines will help to ensure efficient energy distribution, reduce losses, and integrate more renewable energy into the grid. Transmission line upgrading
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Chile’s renewable share continues to grow over the years, transforming the energy sector. In December 2024, Chile generated 47.0% of its electricity from non-conventional renewables. This shift arises from the combination of favorable natural conditions, supportive government policies, and private sector investment. Chile has various renewable sources ranging from solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, and
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Loja, Ecuador, has initiated procedures to build a 200 MW solar project, given its high potential for solar energy. The region has high solar irradiance due to its favorable climatic conditions. There are other small projects that aim to provide electricity to remote communities not connected to the national grid. Solar energy development in Loja
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