EDPR, a Portuguese company dedicated to renewable energy projects, has raised concerns about the viability of its two wind farms, Alpha, and Beta.
Read moreThe government recently initiated a strategy to address economic difficulties in the electrical sector by enabling a credit line for energy marketing companies to ensure necessary cash flow.
Read moreCEO Ricardo Roa recently delineated new strategic guidelines within Ecopetrol's (NYSE: EC) long-term plan.
Read moreBarranquilla and Atlántico played host to the Colombia Investment Summit, the country's primary event for foreign direct investment. These regions, alongside other Colombian territories, were presented as potential hotspots for attracting new businesses and investments.
Read moreNatalia Gutiérrez, the President of Acolgen, provided insights into the current challenges within Colombia's energy sector, discussing topics ranging from the impending El Niño phenomenon to encouraging citizens to adopt more efficient energy consumption practices.
Read moreThe recent plunge in energy prices on Colombia's spot market is raising questions about whether consumers will see any relief in their energy bills.
Read moreAsoenergía, in collaboration with other energy associations across Latin America, has embarked on a collective effort aimed at sharing experiences and shedding light on the current challenges faced by energy users in the region.
Read moreToday begins the United Nations annual climate conference known as “COP28”. This year held in Dubai, the environmental movement expresses outrage but the controversy has drawn more attention than many previous editions which might help the cause.
Read moreNicolás González Casares, a member of the European Parliament's ENVI Commission, which oversees energy matters, shared insights regarding the progress of Europe's energy transition.
Read moreThe Group of Energy Bogotá (GEB) embarked on an innovation-driven strategy and, in line with this vision, has chosen Wayra Hispam, Telefónica Movistar's open innovation and corporate fund arm, to forge an alliance aimed at propelling the growth of startups within the energy sector.
Read moreThe International Energy Agency (IEA) recently presented a groundbreaking report focusing on energy prospects in Latin America and the Caribbean. The document underscores the region's "extraordinary endowment of natural resources," comprising renewable sources and fossil fuels.
Read moreThe functioning of Colombia's Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) is currently at a standstill due to a lack of necessary expert commissioners required to meet the quorum.
Read moreThe Colombian government is eyeing green hydrogen as a pivotal agent for swapping out liquid fuels in its energy transition plans. However, a significant hurdle in achieving this vision revolves around economic factors, particularly the cost of producing a kilowatt and subsequently generating hydrogen.
Read moreThe recent mega event "Latam Future Energy Andean Renewable Summit," hosted by Future Energy Summit in Bogotá, saw over 400 energy sector leaders from the region. Among them was Martín García Perciante, the New Energies - Hydrogen Development leader at Ecopetrol, who took part in the panel titled "Green Hydrogen: Colombia's New Treasure?" examining the country's H2V Roadmap objectives and the imminent future of this energy vector.
Read moreIn Bogotá, over 47,000 generators of hospital waste produce more than 80,000 tons of hazardous waste annually. Converting these wastes into energy presents an emerging solution to mitigate the environmental impact of final disposal and prevent health emergencies due to biological contamination.
Read moreThe Colombian government has initiated administrative proceedings for land seizure on properties that were deforested for agricultural purposes, despite being in reserve areas.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Electric Energy Distributors (Asocodis), on the eve of the XIX Electric Energy Distribution Conference, shed light on the challenges confronting the country in terms of the energy transition.
Read moreAt the 20th edition of the National Infrastructure Congress, discussions on energy transition took the spotlight, outlining innovative strides in the sector.
Read moreThe alliance between GreenYellow and the Barranquilla Port marked a significant stride toward greener operations.
Read moreThe Enel Group recently announced its global strategy for 2024-2026, focusing on profitability, flexibility, resilience, efficiency, and financial as well as environmental sustainability.
Read moreCamilo Marulanda, the manager of Isagen, in his opinion article titled "Why do we have a period of high energy tariffs in Colombia?" highlights various factors contributing to the high energy costs in the country.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) officially confirmed the appointment of two new expert commissioners.
Read moreIn a significant stride toward sustainability and clean energy, Paz del Río and Celsia officially inked a contract for the construction of a solar park aimed at contributing around 6% of the daily energy consumption of the steel company.
Read moreColombia's economic scenario, as depicted by the DANE report for the third quarter of 2023, has not been as promising as anticipated.
Read moreThe setbacks in energy projects in La Guajira have been triggering a series of effects on companies and the electricity market.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced a new Executive Director for the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG).
Read moreSecuring insurance policies for Hidroituango following the 2018 contingency has posed a significant challenge for EPM. However, with the commissioning of units 1 and 2 in 2022 and units 3 and 4 in 2023, the challenge of insurance has been gradually resolved.
Read moreAs I look for content for ePC, I often find short items that I think have something relevant to say to our readers but they are too brief or not “Colombian” enough to justify their own article. I leave them open on my browser and review them from time to time, closing the windows that time or interest has passed on by. Last year at about this time I published a “Random Thursday Thoughts” that collected a few of these and now seems like a good point to do that again. At the end, I review last year’s column to see how twelve months have treated the items: moldy or aged like fine wine.
Read moreAs forecasts continue to predict the presence of El Niño, the country sees that the water reservoirs are being emptied despite the clear forecast.
Read moreColombia's entry into the nuclear realm in 1965 sparked alarm, with headlines such as "Atomic Bomb in the Heart of Bogotá" gracing the front pages as the country received a nuclear reactor donation from the United States. This reactor, operated by the Colombian Geological Service (SGC), remains in operation today.
Read moreDespite assurances from Enel Colombia in recent weeks regarding rectifying the faults that led to irregular values on energy bills, citizens continue to voice grievances over receiving invoices higher than their typical payment amounts.
Read moreGrupo Energía Bogotá (GEB) has successfully launched a sustainable bond in international capital markets.
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Colombia is entering the strongest phase of the El Niño phenomenon, projected between December and February 2024. However, as of now, there are no indications that the anticipated drought will jeopardize the country's electricity supply.
Read moreIn Colombia, there are 11 registered offshore wind generation projects, all in phase 1, with a capacity of a little over 5GW, according to data from the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME). However, the government's recent announcement of consultation drafts for the allocation of temporary occupation areas has raised doubts and concerns among investors and experts.
Read moreColombia stands at the threshold of significant economic benefits in the realm of alternative energies, particularly concerning the minerals pivotal for clean energy mechanisms. Forecasts indicate substantial changes ahead in the supply, demand, and subsequently, the prices of these crucial minerals.
Read moreFollowing the Constitutional Court's declaration of the unconstitutionality of emergency decrees aimed at addressing issues in La Guajira, the Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, announced a series of measures and actions.
Read moreColombia faces a slow-cooking energy crisis: electricity consumption has doubled without adequate support from new power plants.
Read moreAs Federico Gutiérrez takes office as mayor of Medellín on January 1st, 2024, the dynamics of this new administration are beginning to emerge.
Read moreIn pursuit of the agency’s ongoing institutional strengthening strategy for conducting environmental studies in energy and hydrocarbons projects, the Nacional Environmental Licensing Agency (ANLA) has taken actions to enhance the quality of environmental impact assessments (EIAs).
Read moreRecent water discharges from Hidroituango have raised concerns during the El Niño phenomenon, a time crucial for water usage in electricity generation.
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The Bogotá Energy Group (GEB) announced its operational and financial performance for 3Q23.
Read moreDuring the closing of the 28th Energy Congress, the Minister of Mines and Energy, Andrés Camacho, highlighted five key challenges that the country's energy system must address.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) recently unveiled the strides made in the mining-energy sector in La Guajira as part of the citizens' dialogues, led by Minister Andrés Camacho Morales, aiming to assess the portfolio's achievements over the past year.
Read moreThe Inspector General issued a statement highlighting the absence of appointed commissioners in the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG).
Read moreLa Guajira, Colombia’s preeminent department for renewable potential, is set to embark on a significant initiative at the onset of 2024 with the launch of the Energy Communities program.
Read moreThe future of Colombia's electric grid appears to hinge on a blend of renewable and traditional energy sources, a recent projection by the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) indicates.
Read moreThe Indigenous community in Colombia's La Guajira region has reservations about the wind energy initiatives, despite the region's enormous potential for wind power.
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Dialogo Canada is an annual forum to exchange ideas between Colombia and Canada about business and related policy issues. Organized by the Colombia-Canada Chamber of Commerce, the 13th edition was held on November 15th in Bogotá. After the introductory speeches, the first panel was on hydrogen (H2), a major topic for MinEnergia and investors, both local and international.
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The National Association for Sustainable Mobility (Andemos) published its monthly report on the behavior of the hybrid and electric vehicle market in October, 2023. Here are the details.
Read moreThe Superintendent of Public Utility Services (SuperServicios), Dagoberto Quiroga, sent a reassure message to the country about the energy supply during the El Niño phenomenon.
Read moreEPM is committed to energy transition, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy, sustainable mobility, and hydrogen utilization, impacting nearly 9 million households, or around 36 million users from Mexico to Chile.
Read moreThe Inspector General’s Office asked EPM for information on tests conducted for the commissioning of generation units 3 and 4.
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The National League of Public Services Users in the Caribbean regions raised an alarm regarding the surge in the cost of kilowatt-hours of electricity bills for this part of the country.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro announced the implementation of a clean energy pilot project in five neighborhoods of Barranquilla. The initiative aims to kickstart a shift in the model of electrical energy production on the Caribbean coast by encouraging residents to replace their roofs with solar panels.
Read moreDuring the 28th Energy Congress, Dagoberto Quiroga, the Superintendent of Public Utility Services, assured that Colombia has secured the supply of electrical energy for the critical months that will be affected by the El Niño Phenomenon.
Read moreIn Barranquilla, more and more initiatives are aligning with the city's grand vision of sustainability.
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Celsia, energy company of the Argos Group, reported its results for the third quarter of this year.
Read moreIn a recent update from the Wholesale Energy Market (MEM) congress, industry leaders Jose Camilo Manzur, president of Asocodis, and Martha Aguilar, director of the Colombian Association of Energy Marketers, sounded the alarm about a risk looming over the energy sector.
Read moreThe postponed Reliability Charge Auction, crucial for ensuring sufficient electrical energy to cover a projected deficit between 2027 and 2028, is now set for February 2024. Several companies are already exploring the terms of this process to participate, with EPM being one of them.
Read moreRepresentatives from leading energy companies including Enel Green Power, EDP Renewables, Isagén, Celsia, and ABO Wind have expressed their concerns regarding the integration of solar and wind energy into Colombia's power grid.
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XM, operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN) and administrator of the Wholesale Energy Market (MEM), reported consumption results for September 2023.
Read moreEPM has allocated significant resources for innovation and the use of cutting-edge technologies to promote energy transformation and improve services to citizens in the areas of renewable energy, sustainable mobility, and hydrogen.
Read moreExperts spoke about the lack of expert commisioners in the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG).
Read moreIn 2023, Colombia has only achieved 16% of its anticipated new energy generation capacity, according to records from XM, the country's energy market operator.
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The EPM Group reported its results for the first nine months of 2023. Here are the details.
Read moreDagoberto Quiroga, the Superintendent of Public Utility Services, revealed that the Colombian government is exploring the possibility of forming partnerships between electric companies and the state.
Read moreEcopetrol (NYSE: EC) is set to undergo a significant transformation, transitioning into a major player in Colombia's energy sector.
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Economic growth, the Colombian government’s plans for electrification and exporting green hydrogen all require significant increases in generating and transmission capacity. So far, the Roadmap and the National Energy Plan update have only looked at demand and how policy makers want to see it served. In October, the UPME published its annual report on capacity requirements to meet this demand.
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ISA S.A. E.S.P (BVC: ISA) reported its third quarter 2023 results. Here are the details.
Read moreThe Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) announced the indicative results of the Generation Expansion Plan for the period 2023-2037 within Colombia's National Interconnected System (SIN).
Read moreA team from the Inspector General’s Office journeyed to Puerto Nariño, Amazonas, a two-hour boat ride from Leticia, to confirm that a robust electrical distribution system has been supplying power to its residents for at least 15 years, but instead found an irregularity with a solar project.
Read moreEPM announced that the construction of its Tepuy Solar Park is advancing successfully.
Read moreA recent study by researchers at the National University sheds light on Colombia's electrical system and its ability to meet future energy demands.
Read moreAlberto Olarte, the Technical Secretary of the National Operations Council (CNO), raised a warning regarding the supply of electrical energy in Colombia during the 28th Wholesale Energy Market Congress (MEM) installation.
Read moreEnlaza, a subsidiary of the Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB), has been awarded six 'Works for Taxes' projects by the Agencia de Renovación del Territorio (ART) in Colombia.
Read moreEnergy Master, a startup specializing in the monitoring and management of public services, plans to invest in implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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After weeks of energy prices in the market staying above CoP$900/kWh, and even exceeding CoP$1,400/kWh at one point, prices have now dropped below CoP$400/kWh.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) introduced a draft decree that would allow for automatic adjustments to the start date of energy generation projects.
Read moreThe Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, announced the new Deputy Minister of Energy.
Read moreJavier Lastra Fuscaldo, the General Manager of Afinia, discusses the significant achievements of the company in a recent interview.
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The Colombian National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) announced the socialization process of the draft competitive process for the development of offshore wind energy generation projects in Colombia.
Read moreA team of 9 experts and 40 crew members aboard the ARC Roncador vessel set sail from the port of Tumaco to conduct a scientific research mission in Colombian Pacific Ocean waters, aiming to study the El Niño phenomenon and assess its potential impacts on the country.
Read moreThe global push towards achieving carbon neutrality targets set by nations is accelerating. Among the key sectors requiring transformation is the energy sector, which accounts for the highest volume of emissions worldwide, even though this isn't the case for Colombia.
Read moreIn recent months, concerns about a potential energy crisis in Colombia have been mounting due to rising tariffs for both households and businesses, coupled with warnings of a nationwide blackout soon. Isagen called on the government to take targeted action to address this critical issue affecting Colombian homes and businesses.
Read moreThe efforts to solidify Hidroituango as one of Colombia's most significant energy generation and engineering projects continue without pause.
Read moreAfter several days when the Energy Regulation and Gas Commission (CREG) was unable to convene due to a shortage of expert commissioners, the first curriculum vitae for a permanent appointment to this entity has come to light.
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Recently national newspaper El Espectador published a syndicated article about leveraging Just Energy Transition Partners (JETP) to Latin America. JETP offers funding to emerging markets countries to accelerate their energy transition. Would this work for Colombia?
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