Colombia's energy landscape is undergoing scrutiny as stakeholders explore avenues to bolster the National Interconnected System (SIN) and avert crises like the current one with El Niño.
Read moreThe Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB) has unveiled plans to further solidify its presence in Colombia's electric power transmission sector with a new project in the northern department of Bolívar.
Read moreFenalco Solidario Corporation announced the amount invested in sustainability.
Read moreMinister of Environment (MinAmbiente) Susana Muhamad emphasized the proactive and anticipatory management of the El Niño phenomenon based on data and observations from May 2023.
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) published the Global EV Outlook 2024 with comment about Colombia.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) took center stage in London at the "Colombia Sustainable Investment Roadshow 2024," hailed as a premier event promoting Colombia as an investment destination.
Read moreAs the Colombian government proposes an energy-saving plan with penalties for excessive consumption, experts are urging for the exclusion of the Caribbean region, citing concerns over potential tariff hikes.
Read moreThe government's resolutions under Petro's administration to tackle the shortage of electricity in the country have also become subject to legal challenges before the State Council.
Read moreThe seventh edition of the Renewables Latam Encounter and Fair concluded in Barranquilla on April 19, 2024, focusing on the present and future of renewable energies in Colombia.
Read moreColombia is taking significant strides in the green hydrogen sector, establishing itself as a vital partner for Germany.
Read moreIn line with this global trend, AES Colombia, a company at the forefront of positive and lasting changes in the energy sector based on the critical needs of its stakeholders, committed to a just and sustainable energy transition.
Read moreSusana Muhamad, the Minister of Environment (MinAmbiente), announced an investment for the restauration of the Sumapaz water corridor.
Read moreColombia is grappling with an unexpectedly extended El Niño phenomenon, significantly impacting the water levels in its reservoirs, which have plummeted to historic lows. This diminishing volume is a result of decreased water contributions.
Read moreThe tenth edition of ‘Brújula Minera 2024’, conducted by Jaime Arteaga and Associates in collaboration with the National Consulting Center, shed light on growing pessimism among different stakeholders.
Read moreAmid a bleak energy supply outlook in Colombia due to the effects of the El Niño phenomenon, and amidst measures authorities have taken to encourage savings, the president of Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC, Ricardo Roa, discussed the role of the Colombian state-owned company in this market.
Read moreDavivienda, one of Colombia's leading financial institutions, awarded the Carbon Neutral Certification by the Colombian Institute of Technical Standards and Certification (Icontec).
Read moreThe Ministry of Energy (MinEnergia) and the Ministry of Environment (MinAmbiente) unveiled the latest results of their strategy to counteract the effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the country.
Read moreLuis Miguel Fernández, president of TPL Energía, provided insights into the current energy landscape in Colombia.
Read moreLatin America holds significant untapped potential in geothermal energy, but its utilization remains low, according to a report by Rystad Energy.
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El Niño has dried up Colombian reservoirs, sapping the country’s ability to generate hydropower. The entirely predictable consequence is a dramatic increase in thermal generation from fossil fuels, the “Illuminati’s” worst nightmare. Lately, we have zoomed into XM’s data looking at daily statistics to see how the reservoir situation evolves. In this article, we mostly zoom out to monthly data to see what the larger trends might mean, zooming in to look again at Hidroituango.
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XM, operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN) and administrator of the Wholesale Energy Market (MEM), reported consumption results for March 2024.
Read moreAs the El Niño phenomenon approaches its end (we hope!), Colombia reflects on the significant impact it had on its electrical system and the lessons learned to prevent a similar crisis in the future.
Read moreDuring the seventh Latin American Renewable Energy Meeting and Fair held at the Puerta de Oro, Caribbean Events Center in Barranquilla, Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy, Javier Campillo, issued a stern warning about the state of Colombia's energy system.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) released a draft decree aimed at establishing interoperability conditions for public access charging stations for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
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Minister of Environment (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, issued a warning on the energy and water crisis in the country.
Read moreMedellín's Mayor, Federico Gutiérrez, recently raised alarms about a potential government intervention in EPM, Colombia's leading public utilities company. The Minister said that was not his plan and for now, the two sides have an agreement.
Read moreColombia is currently on edge due to the looming possibility of nationwide power outages. This raised alarms among local authorities and citizens alike, especially after water rationing measures were implemented in various regions, including Bogotá, due to low reservoir levels.
Read moreA blockade at the Hidroituango project site jeopardized energy generation, according to EPM. But it now has been resolved for now.
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As Colombia grapples with a looming energy crisis exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon, calls for urgent conservation measures are growing louder.
Read moreDuring growing concerns over potential blackouts, Laura Sarabia, Chief of Staff to President Gustavo Petro, announced actions to face the current energy crisis.
Read moreThe Inspector General’s Office made a petition to the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia).
Read moreCarlos Mario Caro, the General Manager of ISA Intercolombia, emphasized the urgent need for an extended energy transmission plan.
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The energy sector in Colombia is facing a severe challenge because of the low reservoir levels caused by the El Niño phenomenon. This, combined with a sharp increase in energy demand and delays in the operation of renewable projects, has put the country at risk of power rationing.
Read moreRecent comments from President Gustavo Petro regarding the safety risks associated with the Hidroituango project have stirred controversy.
Read moreDuring a geography lecture at the La Boétie Institute in France, environmental activist and professor Andrés Malm praised the government of Gustavo Petro for positioning Colombia as a pioneer in environmental conservation efforts.
Read moreAs Colombia grapples with the lingering effects of the El Niño phenomenon, there's a silver lining for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (mipymes) looking to invest in energy efficiency.
Read moreFollowing a meeting convened by President Gustavo Petro with the country's mining-energy sector at Casa de Nariño, the CREG hinted at potential energy rationing for Colombia.
Read moreThe global shift towards sustainable energy is marked by a transition from fossil fuels to primarily renewable energy sources.
Read moreAmid the recent announcement from Bogotá's Mayor's Office about water rationing, concerns about the country's water and energy reservoirs have surged.
Read moreI am reading a new book by geographer, Brett Christophers, called The Price is Wrong: Why Capitalism Won’t Save the Planet. He argues that, despite their now low theoretical cost per kilowatt-hour, solar and wind power, will not achieve investor profitability targets, resulting in under investment, certainly insufficient investment to displace fossil-fuel-based generation. That means either governments must continue to subsidize solar and wind power or – probably Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s preferred solution – state-owned enterprises will transform the energy matrix.
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The Inspector General recently voiced concerns over the country's energy situation.
Read moreDuring the Asofondos Congress, Finance Minister (MinHacienda) Ricardo Bonilla sent a message about the energy supply in the country.
Read moreAt the recent Naturgas Congress in Cartagena, experts emphasized the importance of coordination and complementarity in advancing energy transition through gas.
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To mitigate the risk of energy rationing, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) asked thermal power plants for help.
Read moreEcopetrol (NYSE: EC) completed the construction of a solar farm at the Cartagena Refinery, marking a significant milestone as Latin America's first solar farm located within a refinery.
Read moreEPM announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC).
Read moreThe Inspector General, Margarita Cabello, announced the initiation of a disciplinary investigation against the Minister of Mines and Energy, Andrés Camacho.
Read moreMinister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, stated that they expect to hold the first session of the CREG in coming days with the new commissioners to discuss measures regarding energy tariffs.
Read moreThe Inspector General, Margarita Cabello, led a visit to the Ituango hydroelectric project located in northern Antioquia. The purpose of the visit was to assess the progress of the project considering the current situation of rationing and potential shortage of electrical energy facing the country.
Read moreIn the energy sector, Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB) stands out for its various actions aimed at continuing to be a benchmark in the country and the region in terms of sustainability and a robust corporate governance structure.
Read moreVanti Group its first sustainable credit with Bancolombia.
Read moreDaniel Medina, president of the Colombian Engineers Association (ACIEM), discussed the group’s recommendations to the government regarding the country's energy situation.
Read moreJuan Ricardo Ortega, president of Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB), participated in an Interinstitutional Dialogue on mining-energy issues, particularly focusing on La Guajira's role as a development hub.
Read moreThe Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) reassured that despite the low levels of reservoirs for energy generation, standing at 31.6%, Colombia is not currently at risk of facing energy shortages.
Read moreFollowing the announcement by Bogotá's Mayor, Carlos Fernando Galán, regarding scheduled water rationing in the capital due to low reservoir levels, the private sector and business associations proposed response mechanisms to avoid succumbing to the potential crisis of low water and energy demand.
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As El Niño tightens its grip, Colombia's reservoir levels plunge to a historic low. In response.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), led by Andrés Camacho, provided reassurance regarding concerns over a potential increase in energy tariffs, stating that there will be no hike in rates.
Read moreThe Minister of Environment (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, criticized Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán's water rationing plan, stating that it should be accompanied by a review of Territorial Planning Plans, as they prioritized urban expansion over the impact of the climate crisis and the region's water capacity.
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Last week we demonstrated declining reservoir levels caused by El Niño and showed the consequences for hydropower generation. We also briefly mentioned what was taking up the slack. Here, we go into that in more, graphic, detail. Guess what? Petro-despised fossil fuel-generated power rises to fill the gap.
Read moreAn action for annulment has been filed with the Council of State to overturn a resolution by the Commission for the Regulation of Energy and Gas (CREG), which established the tariff formula for electricity.
Read moreThrough his X account, lawyer Gustavo Adolfo Guerrero shared a circular from 2023 issued by the Inspector General's Office, in which the entity warned about the risks of water and energy shortages in the country.
Read moreMinister of Environment (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, criticized the lack of a preventive plan for the dry season.
Read moreThe University UNAB has taken a significant stride towards shaping the next generation of professionals dedicated to sustainable energy solutions in Colombia.
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Amidst the backdrop of dwindling water reserves and hydro contributions, Alejandro Castañeda, President of Andeg, sheds light on the surge in prices attributed to the escalating offers from hydroelectric generation agents.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro held a meeting with mayors from Colombia's capital cities at the Nariño Palace. The discussion encompassed various pressing issues including security, energy tariffs, the risk of blackouts, water rationing, and resources for the regions.
Read moreColombia's reservoir situation is critical. As the rains continue to delay and the country remains on alert due to the situation, many people are left wondering what will happen to service provision and bills.
Read moreKlik Energy, an energy marketplace in Colombia announced its availability to supply energy in the country.
Read moreIn Colombia's energy sector, control over production and commercialization is divided among three main groups.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), led by Minister Andrés Camacho, issued Resolution 40115.
Read moreThe Colombian government announced appointments to the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG).
Read moreThe Caribbean region is urging the national government to urgently address XM's warning, the operator of Colombia's Interconnected Energy System, regarding the risk to Colombia's energy stability.
Read moreWith Bogotá's urban development, burgeoning industries, and infrastructural projects like the first metro line and Regiotram de Occidente in the pipeline, the demand for electricity is set to skyrocket soon.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Power Generators (Acolgen) has joined XM, the electric market operator, in calling on the government to implement measures to avoid the risk of energy rationing in the country as the dry season persists.
Read moreAmidst the crisis caused by the El Niño phenomenon and the decreasing water levels in reservoirs, the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) has been unable to issue resolutions to address the emergency due to the lack of necessary quorum among its expert commission members.
Read moreThe Institute of Planning and Promotion of Energy Solutions (IPSE), under the leadership of the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), delivered a hybrid project to the community of Miraflores in Guaviare, Colombia.
Read moreEnel Green Power's El Paso Solar Park, a business line of Enel Colombia, declared the start of its commercial operation.
Read moreFollowing warnings from the operator of the National Interconnected System, XM, regarding the low levels of reservoirs in Colombia due to the El Niño phenomenon, the Mining-Energy Planning Unit (UPME) proposed several options to address the risk of water scarcity.
Read moreThe Colombian National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) and the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MinCiencias) launched a call for strengthening geoscientific and technological knowledge in unconventional energy sources (renewable energies) and in the capture, storage, and use of CO2 delegated to the Agency.
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Water levels behind hydro dams plumb unknown territory, the lowest this century. Although MinEnergia Andrés Camacho says everything is under control, even the normally indifferent President Gustavo Petro expressed concern. Industry associations express serious concern, and, this late in the game, no one has a good solution.
Read moreImpacts of the El Niño phenomenon are taking a toll on the country's electrical energy system, sparking alerts and concerns over dwindling availability of hydroelectric plants associated with reservoir levels or other restrictions that could lead to risky situations in meeting demand during certain hours of the day.
Read moreFollowing the disclosure of XM's letter, expressing concern to the government about the decreased availability of hydroelectric plants because of low reservoir levels or other restrictions, and the increased demand that could lead to service disruption, Andrés Camacho, Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), provided explanations on the current situation, without referencing the communication.
Read moreThe Fund for Non-Conventional Energies and Efficient Energy Management (Fenoge) announced the appointment of its new executive director.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) unveiled two major projects aimed at promoting Fair Energy Transition on the islands of Providencia and Santa Catalina to benefit both life and the environment.
Read moreThe absence of appointed commissioners and experts at the Commission for Energy and Gas Regulation (CREG) has left the organization without effective leadership.
Read moreColombia is poised to witness a surge in green employment opportunities, aligning with global efforts toward environmental consciousness.
Read moreAmidst the environmental and social challenges facing the planet, sustainability has become a top priority on the global agenda.
Read moreAggreko, a leading provider of energy generation solutions for large industrial companies, is undergoing an energy transition, as explained by Álvaro López, the company's business development manager.
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