In July 2023, after 18 months of relative calm with no impact on the energy supply, attacks on electric power towers have resurfaced in Colombia. Now, almost two months later, new incidents have occurred.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) and the Superintendence of Public Services, in collaboration with more than 1,800 participants from the Colombian Caribbean departments, successfully convened the First Caribbean Energy and Public Services Assembly.
Read moreIn a recent survey conducted by Cifras y Conceptos, Susana Muhamad, the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development (MinAmbiente), is well ranked among the ministers in the first year of President Gustavo Petro’s government.
Read moreIn the pursuit of a more sustainable operation, Mercado Libre Colombia announced the integration of renewable energies into its logistical operations.
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XM, operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN) and administrator of the Wholesale Energy Market (MEM), reported consumption results for August 2023.
Read moreIn a significant development for Colombia's energy sector, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has recommended the introduction of long-term renewable energy auctions.
Read moreIn Colombia, the Voluntary Demand Disconnection (DDV) program has emerged as a crucial initiative to bolster energy sustainability and strengthen the electrical energy system, particularly during challenging periods like the El Niño phenomenon.
Read moreColombia and South Korea have signed a memorandum of understanding with the aim of strengthening collaboration in the field of the hydrogen industry.
Read moreJosé Fernando Prada, Director of the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) delivered three crucial messages regarding the regulatory measures to be implemented in the current scenario in his last speech as head of this institution.
Read moreColombia is now facing the El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to bring reduced rainfall, affecting various sectors heavily dependent on hydrology, such as agriculture and electricity generation.
Read moreColumnist Amat Zuluaga wrote an analysis of the viability of marine energy in Colombia.
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With his unmistakable talent to grab headlines with outrageous ideas that most people / voters will think are wonderful, President Gustavo Petro suggested a few weeks ago that public transport should be “free”. Of course, it will not be “free”. Taxpayers will have to pay for it.
Read moreFor the first time, Colombia's Multidimensional Energy Poverty Index (Impe) has been measured, shedding light on a significant issue affecting millions of Colombians.
Read moreThe National Association of Public Utility and Communications Companies (Andesco) addressed the concerns regarding the supply of electricity and natural gas in certain regions of Colombia in the short term.
Read moreBimbo announced the acquisition of Electric Vehicles (EVs) for its operations in the country.
Read moreAfter years of anticipation, dialogues, studies, designs, and navigating through a pandemic, the first carriage of the electric train project, Regiotram de Occidente, has arrived in Colombia.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Wholesale Distributors of Electric Energy (Asocodis) has raised concerns about the surging demand for energy due to the unexpected heatwaves in the country.
Read moreRecently, the State Council nullified of Decree 570 of 2018, which enabled auctions of long-term energy contracts that were restricted to unconventional renewable sources. This, in practice, means that this mechanism cannot be used again.
Read moreThe people of the Caribbean region have persistently voiced their concerns about the quality and high costs of essential public services, particularly electricity.
Read moreIn a concerted effort to bolster the water security of Colombian territories and contribute to the protection and restoration of critical watersheds, the Grupo Argos Foundation signed 185 new conservation agreements in 2022.
Read moreThe Fair Energy Transition (FET) relies on all forms of unconventional renewable energy, with solar power playing a pivotal role.
Read moreIn Colombia, over 818,000 households still lack access to electricity. Most of these households are in the departments of Magdalena, Valle del Cauca, La Guajira, Bolívar, and Córdoba.
Read moreColombia's Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, joined the Unconventional Energy and Efficient Energy Management Fund (FENOGE) on September 9th for the launch of an initiative focused on Energy Communities in Non-Interconnected Zones (ZNI) in the Colombian Pacific region.
Read moreSiemens unveiled its new venture in Colombia and beyond: Innomotics SAS.
Read moreThe consortium composed of Yellow River branch and Schrader Camargo S.A.S. (CyS Consortium) has received positive news from EPM.
Read moreWhile the precise timeline for the transition remains uncertain, there are indications of potential developments in the coming years.
Read moreA Joint Endeavor by Ocensa and Enercer propels Colombia's energy sector toward decarbonization
Read moreThe Grupo de Energía de Bogotá (GEB) announced an agreement with Enel Colombia S.A. ESP, Enel Guatemala, Sociedad Anónima, and Generadora Montecristo, Sociedad Anónima.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Large Industrial and Commercial Energy Consumers (Asoenergía) has called on the government to address the ongoing natural gas restrictions plaguing the domestic industry, which remained unresolved for nearly a month.
Read moreIn a significant stride towards expanding clean energy in Colombia, the Caimán Cienaguero solar park, situated in the municipality of Ciénaga, Magdalena, and constructed by GreenYellow Colombia, is on the verge of becoming a reality.
Read moreEnel Green Power is revolutionizing its generation facilities through an innovative robotics program.
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Even when you are sure of what you are doing, a second opinion always helps. Also, when you need to be public with your actions, you always worry about what others – especially experts – think. So the Colombian government must have nervously awaited the opinions of the International Energy Agency (IEA) about the country’s energy transition plans.
Read moreEcopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced a new strategy for the next 20 years and ISA will play a key role in its plans.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) reviewed the international strategies outlined by the portfolio for the advancement of energy transition.
Read moreIn a significant move towards renewable energy exploration, Colombia's Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), along with the Maritime Directorate (Dimar) and the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH), announced a move to boost offshore wind projects.
Read moreThe Arhuaca indigenous community in the northern Colombian department of Cesar is set to construct a self-sustained village equipped with solar energy generation facilities.
Read moreEPM made the decision to temporarily close the spillway of the Hidroituango dam in northern Antioquia.
Read moreThe Inspector General's Office led a technical meeting aimed at mitigating the impacts of the El Niño phenomenon on energy services in the region.
Read moreSchneider Electric launched innovative tool to calculate data center carbon footprint.
Read moreBogotá grapples with the challenge of managing over 2.6 million vehicles, outnumbering the populations of major cities like Medellín and Cali.
Read moreHidroituango reached a significant milestone as its second-generation unit achieved maximum power generation capacity recently.
Read moreFrontera Energy announced plans for the development of the inaugural Ikotia solar park in Puerto Gaitán, Meta, in collaboration with Enel X.
Read moreThe proposed Regional Caribbean Train, aiming to connect major cities in Colombia's Caribbean region, is facing significant challenges in terms of viability.
Read moreIn Guainía, a growing number of prolonged power failures have sparked worry among residents, prompting the Inspector General Office to call on the companies GENSA and EMELCE to provide an explanation for the situation.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), in conjunction with the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG), assessed preventive actions in response to the El Niño phenomenon and the potential volatility in energy tariffs.
Read moreA concerning trend has emerged in Colombia's energy sector, with several companies, originally awarded the Reliability Charge in the 2019 auction, now unable to fulfill their Firm Energy Obligations for new energy projects.
Read moreColombia has become part of the Electric Andean Route (EAR), featuring charging stations for electric vehicles, which was inaugurated recently.
Read moreCandidates vying for the Governorship of Atlántico outlined their proposals to expand coverage and bridge access gaps between urban and rural areas.
Read moreThe President of the European Investment Bank (BEI), Werner Hoyer, spoke about several key topics in Colombia.
Read moreAuteco Mobility introduced a new electric vehicle to Colombia's expanding zero-emission transportation portfolio: the e-bus.
Read moreWith substantial investments in solar parks, the department of Atlántico is leading Colombia's transition to renewable energy sources.
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Canary Media is a very good US-focused newsletter on renewable energy. The lead chart (from its website) shows the rapid decline in costs for “green energies” and posits that they will continue to fall while those of fossil fuels will at best remain flat.
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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 August, 2023. Here are the details.
Read moreRecently, the Colombian Association of Electric Power Distributors (Asocodis) issued a warning about a looming power outage in the country, citing deteriorating liquidity for energy supply companies. President Gustavo Petro responded by stating that the Ministry of Mines and Energy would propose changes to the tariff regime to ensure "fair rates."
Read moreEPM recently embarked on a pilot project aimed at generating renewable energy from its water supply networks.
Read moreAmat Zuluaga, Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Basic Sciences, Andina Area University Foundation – Valledupar, wrote an opinion article about solar panels.
Read moreIn recent years, many countries across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) have prioritized the integration of clean and low-carbon technologies into their energy landscapes.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro shared a new proposal for the country’s surging energy prices and collapsing public transport.
Read moreEnergy and mobility experts gathered to discuss their perspectives on Colombia's potential and opportunities in the energy transition.
Read moreThe Board of Directors of the Territorial Development Bank, Findeter, has given the green light for the creation of a direct credit line for electric companies.
Read moreRecent discussions in Colombia's energy and public utilities sector have been sparked by a letter from the Colombian Association of Electric Energy Distributors (Asocodis).
Read moreThe National Mining Agency (ANM) published Agreement 01 of July 10th, 2023, establishing guidelines for the determination of critical minerals in Colombia.
Read moreThe Colombian Commission for the Regulation of Energy and Gas (CREG) announced a resolution, 101 021 of 2023, extending the deadlines for pending activities related to the auction of Firm Energy Obligations (OEF).
Read moreThe Procurator General of Colombia has called on the Constitutional Court to repeal Decree 1085 of 2023, which declared an economic, social, and environmental state of emergency in the La Guajira department.
Read moreStella Li, vice president of BYD, called on the Colombian government to take proactive measures to promote the adoption of clean energy solutions.
Read moreColombian President Gustavo Petro has rejected claims by the Colombian Association of Electricity Distributors (Asocodis) that the country is facing a financial blackout.
Read moreConstruction of the Hidroituango hydroelectric project in Colombia is progressing with units three and four expected to be operational by the end of the year.
Read moreEnel Colombia announced that its customers in Bogotá and Cundinamarca may experience billing delays and limitations on some transactions and inquiries due to an update that has been underway since last week.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) is going through a period of many internal changes.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Electricity Distributors (Asocodis) has sent a letter to the Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Omar Camacho, expressing concern over the liquidity challenges faced by energy companies in the country.
Read moreThe energy landscape in Colombia is undergoing a transformative shift, with both large and small industries seeking greener alternatives.
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Updating our XM database for July 2023 we see continued, significant growth in demand from the mining sector, much faster growth than output from the industry.
Read moreThe Caribbean region has the potential to lead Colombia's energy transition due to its abundant renewable resources that can be sustainably harnessed to generate clean energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
Read moreOn its 72nd anniversary, Ecopetrol announced resources for social investment to boost energy transition.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro went to San José, Costa Rica, to discuss about relevant issues such as green hydrogen.
Read moreIn a significant step towards sustainable energy practices, Indumil, a State-owned company under the Social and Business Group of the Ministry of Defense (GSED), officially inaugurated the first solar park in Boyacá.
Read moreAdriana María Jiménez, Commissioner Expert of the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) offered a comprehensive insight into the future of the energy sector in Colombia.
Read moreThe energy sector's shift towards sustainability has compelled companies to undergo transformative changes to address climate and ecological challenges.
Read moreThe Caribbean region is emerging as a significant hub for renewable energy potential, particularly in harnessing solar and wind power.
Read moreThe Peruvian Private Investment Promotion Agency (ProInversión) has awarded three projects to Interconexión Eléctrica S.A ESP (ISA), encompassing a total of 240 kilometers of electrical transmission lines.
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XM, operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN), announced energy prices in Colombia for July this year.
Read moreThe LR Forum recently hosted "United for Conservation: Toward Carbon Neutrality," facilitating the exchange of corporate experiences across diverse economic sectors focused on environmental preservation.
Read moreThe National Electricity Sector Operations Council has issued a warning about a potential power outage in the country's capital by the year 2025.
Read moreA major milestone has been reached in the progress of the Regiotram del Norte, an all-electric transportation system that will connect Bogotá with the municipalities of Chía, Cajicá and Zipaquirá in the northern part of the savanna.
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XM, operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN) and administrator of the Wholesale Energy Market (MEM), reported consumption results for July 2023.
Read moreColombia's Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Omar Andrés Camacho, has chosen key individuals to join his team during his tenure leading one of the country's most crucial portfolios.
Read moreISA Group is making strategic progress in project acquisitions throughout the Latin American region, driven by its subsidiaries.
Read moreSilvia Alejandra Pinto, the visionary entrepreneur behind Homes Sun, is leading the charge in Colombia's solar energy sector.
Read moreOver the past thirty years, significant transformations have unfolded across various sectors, and the mining and energy sector has experienced noteworthy changes, from utility service regulations to the entry of new players.
Read moreEPM is making significant headway in the construction of the Tepuy solar park.
Read moreThe Superintendency of Public Utility Services (SuperServicios) confirmed fines for companies of the energy sector.
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We recently questioned whether El Niño had hit us but weather experts repeatedly say that it will arrive, perhaps as early as September, perhaps it already has. Economic experts have speculated that the consequences for Latin America could be grave.
Read moreColombia's economic slowdown in 2023 was anticipated, but the alarming decline of private investment has raised concerns.
Read moreThe Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, unveiled the Emissions and Pollutant Transfers Registry (RETC).
Read moreIn collaboration with the Colombian Association of Electric Energy Distributors (Asocodis) and its affiliated companies, a risk report has been presented.
Read moreAir-e reported another incident of aggression towards its technical teams by users, primarily delinquent customers who resist service disconnection due to unpaid bills.
Read moreMinister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, delved into the intricacies of Colombia's energy transition and addresses key sector issues in a recent interview.
Read moreThe president of the Colombian Association of Large Industrial and Commercial Energy Consumers (Asoenergía), Sandra Fonseca, called for prudent energy policy amid tariff concerns.
Read moreFollowing the recent upheaval at Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC), which saw the departure of four of its top executives, rumors are circulating that there may be adjustments to the vice presidencies and leadership roles within key ECP’s subsidiaries, including ISA and others.
Read moreCelsia, a subsidiary of Grupo Argos, has announced a significant step in its international expansion efforts through a strategic agreement with Grupo Ibereólica Renovables.
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