The Caribbean Sea off Colombia’s coast is drawing the attention of major global players in offshore wind energy.
Read moreLatin America and the Caribbean are grappling with volatile energy generation and supply, driven by increasingly visible effects of climate change, including severe droughts and infrastructure-damaging floods.
Read moreThe debate between industry associations and the government can be characterized or perhaps caricaturized by the dichotomy in the title. Maybe the debate is fundamental (as the industry associations and liberal economists believe) or maybe it is irrelevant because the two can coexist.
Read moreThe need to cut greenhouse gas emissions and embrace sustainable development has placed Colombia’s energy-intensive industries under scrutiny. For these sectors, transitioning away from fossil fuels remains costly and technologically challenging.
Read moreThe signing of the ‘Caribbean energy powerhouse’ alliance marks a pivotal step in reshaping Colombia’s energy landscape.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG), led by Antonio Jiménez, hosted a consultation session in Villavicencio to present and discuss proposed regulatory adjustment for the electricity commercialization framework for regulated users.
Read moreColombia faces mounting challenges in decarbonizing its energy sector, highlighted by controversies surrounding tariff adjustments, particularly for users in the Caribbean region.
Read moreThe Colombian Superintendency of Public Services is awaiting approval from the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) to proceed with the intervention of three major energy generators.
Read moreIn a pivotal meeting held in Barranquilla, Colombia’s government proposed Air-e as the leader of the country’s energy transition efforts.
Read moreAfter nearly a month and a half of suspension, Colombia resumed its energy sales to Ecuador, following an announcement by both Colombian and Ecuadorian foreign ministries.
Read moreA new proposal by the Governor of Antioquia, Andrés Julián Rendón, has sparked a heated debate over the imposition of a "special security and civic coexistence surcharge" on electricity bills in the department.
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Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB) announced its third-quarter financial results, alongside updates on the highly anticipated Colectora project.
Read moreColombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) released a new resolution that reopens the door to exporting electricity.
Read moreThe largest independent solar project in Colombia, ‘Proyecto Solar Puerta de Oro’, has secured significant financial backing.
Read moreTrafigura Group and GenZero announced a major expansion of the Brújula Verde nature-based carbon removal project in Colombia, with an investment of over US$100M.
Read moreThe final session of COP16 felt like a celebration as delegates from around the world applauded a landmark agreement at the Amazon Room of the Valle del Pacífico Events Center, which had been transformed into the official Blue Zone.
Read moreThe Colombian Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) recently launched an in-depth investigation into the operations of Air-e, the company managing electricity for Atlántico, Magdalena, and La Guajira.
Read moreCelsia, the energy company of Medellin’s Grupo Argos, announced a new self-generation project for businesses in Central America with the opening of the Solar Park Calesa, located in Panama’s Coclé province.
Read moreA Citizen Oversight Committee has been established in Barranquilla to closely monitor the intervention process of the energy company Air-e.
Read moreThe Colombian government has updated its approach to hybrid vehicle tariffs, aiming for more precise differentiation based on the environmental impact of each technology type.
Read moreThe Colombian government and Air-e’s appointed intervention agent have outlined a strategy to secure energy procurement for Air-e through long-term contracts, aiming to reduce dependency on the energy spot market and lower electricity tariffs for customers in Atlántico, Magdalena, and La Guajira.
Read moreEcopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced big plans for the green hydrogen segment.
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We reported earlier this week that reservoir levels were improving behind hydro dams. Last time, that triggered MinEnergia to suggest / order XM to shift the matrix away from more expensive and dirtier thermal power. Is that happening? We also check in on solar, the third leg of the stool, to see what it is doing.
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Yesterday, Monday, it rained in Bogotá. Heavily. For several hours. Not as bad as last Wednesday maybe when the highway out of the city from the north flooded and traffic collapsed. The average Bogotano probably prefers the warm sunny weather of El Niño to the seemingly never-ending rain of La Niña but XM is happy and so is MinEnergia.
Read moreThe high levels of solar radiation in Atlántico, surpassing other regions of Colombia, provide a unique advantage for developing projects to promote energy independence.
Read moreThirty-two years ago, Colombia experienced an energy crisis that reshaped its approach to energy production and distribution.
Read moreColombia’s energy sector is raising alarms over government delays in paying subsidies to power distribution companies, potentially jeopardizing essential energy services for millions in low-income households.
Read moreColombia is taking significant strides toward an energy transition, focusing on hydrogen, biomass, geothermal, tidal, wind, and solar energy, as outlined in the National Development Plan (PND).
Read moreIn recent months, energy sector associations in Colombia have raised alarms over the government’s failure to pay energy subsidies to electricity providers, despite government claims of ongoing payments.
Read moreAt the Wholesale Energy Market (MEM) Congress, Marcelo Álvarez Ríos, President of Colombia’s National Operations Council (CNO), outlined critical concerns regarding the future of the country’s energy sector.
Read moreIn response to increasing rains in Bogotá and Cundinamarca, Enel Colombia initiated a comprehensive plan to safeguard energy supply during the season.
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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, 2024. Here are the details.
Read moreEPM announced a major transformation in its organizational structure, aiming to strengthen its delivery of public services while embracing a long-term vision that extends to 2035.
Read moreAs part of a governance initiative and collaborative efforts with key stakeholders in Colombia’s energy transition value chain, the National Knowledge Network for a Just Energy Transition (RedTEJ) will host territorial dialogues across various cities in the country.
Read moreAmid Colombia’s energy crisis, marked by low reservoir levels and soaring electricity prices, Cartagena’s Mayor, Dumek Turbay, has harshly criticized the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) for its lack of action to curb high energy rates.
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Ecuador continues to face an energy crisis as Colombia refrains from resuming electricity exports despite higher reservoir levels.
Read moreIn 2023, Colombia saw notable progress in overcoming energy poverty.
Read moreThe ‘Centro Democratico’ party will develop a forum on the “Energy Future of Colombia to be held in Barranquilla, on Saturday, November 16th.
Read moreISA and the NGO Cumbres Blancas formed an alliance to create two nurseries for growing 10,000 Espeletia (frailejones) and native trees in the Belmira páramo in Antioquia and the Chingaza páramo in Cundinamarca.
Read moreJorge Andrés Carrillo, the newly appointed CEO of ISA, discussed the company’s financial performance for the third quarter of 2024.
Read moreFindeter has accelerated its commitment to sustainability, supporting Colombia’s energy transition.
Read moreEdwin Palma, newly appointed intervention agent for Air-e, is addressing critical operational and customer service challenges, particularly those related to delays in billing.
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COP16 in Cali was a great success for the city and for MinAmbiente Susana Muhamad. However, given that it ended without a consensus declaration, it failed to achieve its ultimate purpose. But lots of groups had lots to say and some of these were relevant for green power and for Colombia.
Read moreLaura Sarabia, Director of Colombia’s Administrative Department of the Presidency (DAPRE), led a high-level roundtable in Cali during COP16, focused on advancing energy generation and transmission projects.
Read moreAES Colombia, the nation’s first energy producer dedicated entirely to renewable energy, is championing biodiversity conservation in southeastern Boyacá.
Read moreUnder the leadership of President Gustavo Petro, Colombia embarked on a historic initiative known as the "Caravana por la Ruta de la Energía."
Read moreUnder the leadership of the National Consultation Authority of the Ministry of the Interior (MinInterior), a significant achievement has been made in La Guajira with the formalization of agreements involving 97 Wayúu communities.
Read moreIn a significant commitment to Colombia’s sustainable energy future, Enel announced a huge investment.
Read moreEcuador’s interim Energy Minister, Inés Manzano, recently confirmed that President Daniel Noboa will travel to Colombia to negotiate for energy resources.
Read moreNexans, a global leader in electrification, is prioritizing Colombia's growing solar energy sector with a sustainable approach.
Read moreBrazil is fast positioning itself as Latin America’s "Green Saudi Arabia," outpacing Chile and other regional players in the green hydrogen sector.
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Enel Colombia reported its financial performance for January to September 2024.
Read moreA recent study by BTG Pactual has shed light on the significant rise in energy prices in Colombia this year, primarily driven by the ongoing El Niño phenomenon, which has persisted longer than anticipated by IDEAM.
Read moreThe transition to green fuels in the maritime industry is currently stymied by their high costs compared to traditional fossil fuels.
Read moreFor nearly three decades, TEBSA has played a pivotal role in ensuring reliable electricity supply to the Colombian Caribbean.
Read moreEnel X is establishing itself as an ideal partner for businesses seeking efficient energy solutions.
Read moreThe Colombian energy sector is currently grappling with an impending crisis, as industry leaders and experts continue to warn about significant vulnerabilities in the nation’s power supply.
Read moreColombia’s State Council upheld the Ministry of Mines and Energy’s (MinEnergia) delegation of authority to the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) to promote renewable energy sources like solar and wind.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) marked a historic milestone by signing a resolution to establish Colombia's first "Life and Peace District," known formally as the "Agromining and Fishing District" in the Bajo Cauca region of Antioquia.
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Colombia's per capita energy consumption has not yet returned to pre-COVID-19 levels, despite the nation's gradual economic recovery.
Read moreGreenYellow Colombia and Cemex Colombia have officially inaugurated a new solar carport, a solar system with a capacity of 131 kilowatts peak.
Read moreColombia’s energy sector is currently facing turmoil due to a recent government-issued resolution, 40409-2024, which mandates that energy producers like EPM, Isagen, and Enel must continue supplying electricity to the financially troubled company Air-e, even without guaranteed payments.
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Halloween is not as pervasive in Colombia as Christmas nor as pervasive as it is in other countries. Nor is November 1st the “Day of the Dead” as it is in Mexico. This Monday is a “puente”, Friday’s “All Souls Day” slid to the other side of the weekend because Colombians prefer that. Likely no one will knock on our door tonight (few or no kids in our building) and orange and black is nowhere to be seen except in a few shopping centers. But scary stories abound in the energy sector!
Read moreThe State Council annulled the appointment of José Medardo Prieto Suárez as an expert commissioner of the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG).
Read moreA recent report from the Mobility Consumer Index 2024 reveals a significant increase in interest among Colombians for electric vehicles (EVs).
Read moreIn a global context of climate change and the transition toward less polluting models, governments and economic sectors worldwide have committed to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Read moreColombia’s outgoing Superintendent of Public Services, Dagoberto Quiroga, highlighted significant shortcomings in the energy sector, particularly concerning Air-e and Afinia, two companies responsible for energy distribution in the Caribbean region.
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The weather in Bogotá has been bad – or maybe less good – in the past few weeks which makes us wonder whether the reservoirs behind hydro dams are recovering at all.
Read moreColombia is facing a critical energy supply crisis, exacerbated by prolonged droughts, delays in energy projects, and a growing deficit in gas and electricity availability.
Read moreIn Brazil’s Amazon, companies like Mombak and re.green are using reforestation projects to restore degraded land, driven by growing demand for carbon credits.
Read moreEcopetrol (NYSE: EC) officially begun dissolving Ecopetrol Energía, a subsidiary created over six years ago to commercialize electric power.
Read moreDuring the inauguration of the Palmaseca Solar Farm in Palmira, Valle del Cauca, Colombia’s Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, announced the government’s ambitious goal of having 100 solar energy parks operational by the end of 2024.
Read moreUnconventional renewable energy sources are becoming more familiar to the public and are now seen as a viable alternative for managing energy demand. This shift is helping Colombia transition toward a more decentralized energy market.
Read moreCelsia, a subsidiary of Grupo Argos, achieved a significant milestone in its wind energy project and in Colombia’s renewable energy sector.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Electric Power Generators (Acolgen) stands out in the country for its commitment to both economic development and gender equity.
Read moreRenewable energy is experiencing a boom in the Global South, with solar and wind power expanding at a faster rate than in wealthier nations.
Read moreThe COP16, held in Cali, Colombia, from October 21 to November 1, highlights the importance of collaboration between governments, academia, and economic sectors to address the global biodiversity crisis.
Read moreArmed groups operating in Colombia's Amazon region have tightened their control, significantly hindering the government's efforts to curb deforestation, according to a recent analysis by experts from The International Crisis Group.
Read moreSanta Marta will host the inaugural Governance Summit for Energy Transition and Peace, taking place from November 7th to 9th.
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Colombia experienced one of the most significant increases in electricity tariffs in Latin America.
Read moreHydrogen project development is gaining momentum worldwide, and Colombia is no exception.
Read moreColombian Finance Minister (MinHacienda) Ricardo Bonilla appeared before the Senate’s Commission IV to introduce a new tax reform bill, known as the "Financing Law."
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A recently-published academic article says that, over a twenty-year period, using coal to produce electricity contributes less to greenhouse gases than using natural gas. Natural gas produces less carbon dioxide but more of the more-damaging methane. Do we have energy transition backwards?
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Colombia finds itself at a critical crossroads in its energy sector. With hydropower reservoirs at critically low levels, only 50% capacity due to a prolonged drought—the country faces the threat of energy shortages.
Read moreOne of Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s primary goals is to shift the country from a fossil-fuel-based economy to a leader in clean energy. However, Enrique Peñalosa, a long-time political adversary of Petro and former mayor of Bogotá, sees the current administration as the main obstacle to achieving this energy transition.
Read moreBanco de Occidente recently garnered recognition from Great Place To Work for its dedication to employee well-being, fair labor practices, and the cultivation of an inclusive and motivating work environment.
Read moreThe quorum of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) is under threat following a ruling by Colombia's Council of State, which overturned the appointment of Manuel Peña as an expert commissioner in a provisional capacity.
Read moreThe Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced that a new decree aimed at facilitating energy self-generation in the country is set to be signed soon.
Read moreColombian President Gustavo Petro recently addressed key energy issues, including gas exploration and international relations with the U.S. and Venezuela.
Read moreThe energy sector in Colombia is raising alarms about a looming financial and energy crisis, driven by concerns over the government’s handling of the electricity company Air-e.
Read moreA new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) reveals that renewable energy, led by solar power, is on track to meet nearly half of global electricity demand by the end of this decade.
Read moreColombia is currently facing an energy supply risk due to its dependence on hydropower, as lower water levels in reservoirs and increasing energy demand have shifted the matrix to thermal, driving up energy costs, particularly in coastal regions.
Read moreAmid changing climate conditions, John Maya Salazar, General Manager of EPM, issued a warning about the possibility of energy rationing in certain areas of Antioquia by 2025 and 2026.
Read moreJosé Camilo Manzur, president of the Colombian Association of Electric Energy Distributors (Asocodis), highlighted the precarious situation faced by Colombia’s public utility sector due to the lack of resources to cover energy subsidies.
Read moreBanco de Bogotá, in partnership with Banco Popular, has signed a syndicated loan agreement for CoP$80B to refinance the PCH Doña Teresa hydroelectric plant located in Segovia, Antioquia.
Read moreInstalling solar panels at home can lead to savings of up to 90% on electricity costs, making renewable energy an increasingly attractive option for households and businesses alike.
Read moreCelsia, a subsidiary of Grupo Argos, reached a significant milestone in its commitment to renewable energy in Colombia.
Read moreThe European Investment Bank (EIB) has taken a significant step towards enhancing Colombia's renewable energy capacity by granting a US$300M loan to the Italian energy giant Enel Group.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Electric Power Generators (Acolgen) stands out as an organization committed not only to economic development but also to gender equity in Colombia.
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