The Colombian renewable energy sector and the government have agreed on an eight-point “shock plan” aimed at unblocking stalled projects and accelerating the country’s energy transition.
Read moreColombia’s electricity sector is ringing alarm bells once again, as mounting government debt on energy subsidies threatens the financial stability of companies and the continuity of service for millions of users.
Read moreThe Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB) closed a CoP$500B credit operation with BBVA Colombia, aimed at strengthening its 2025 investment plan and supporting the modernization of the country’s energy infrastructure.
Read moreColombian companies are bracing for higher operating costs after the government unveiled a draft decree that would reimpose a 20% energy surcharge on several productive sectors, to shore up funds for subsidies benefiting households in lower-income brackets.
Read moreColombia faces an urgent challenge: securing at least CoP$40T in investments over the next decade to avoid the return of rolling blackouts reminiscent of the 1990s.
Read moreColombia’s geothermal ambitions received a boost after the National Agency of Environmental Licenses (ANLA) clarified the regulatory path for early-stage projects.
Read moreThe Petro administration announced a draft decree that could reintroduce higher energy tariffs for several economic sectors, reviving the 20% solidarity contribution originally created in the 1990s to finance subsidies for low-income households.
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Colombia worries about importing gas because of its higher price. This obviously affects everyone using gas but there will also be an impact on electricity prices given the continuing importance of gas-powered thermogeneration to the matrix (to the chagrin of the “Illuminati”).
Read moreNearly a year after the state intervened in power distributor Air-e, the Colombian government is preparing a structural solution that could mark the end of the troubled company and the creation of a new public utility to secure electricity service across the Caribbean coast.
Read moreAt the opening of the 12th Andeg Energy Forum, Alejandro Castañeda, President of the National Association of Generating Companies (Andeg), warned that Colombia urgently needs to boost its power generation capacity by between 2,500 and 3,000 megawatts by 2028 to prevent a severe electricity crisis.
Read moreJorge Andrés Carrillo, President of Interconexión Eléctrica S.A. (ISA), unveiled new details on the group’s ambitious roadmap to diversify into renewable and storage solutions, positioning its affiliate Transelca at the center of this effort.
Read moreColombia is betting on fiscal policy as a lever to accelerate its energy transition, combining tax incentives, financing programs, and regulatory support to expand clean energy adoption across the country.
Read moreColombia’s Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) confirmed that a new Cargo por Confiabilidad auction will begin “in the coming days,” covering the 2029–2030 period. The mechanism, in place for decades, is designed to guarantee reliable long-term energy supply for the country.
Read moreColombia’s Superintendent of Industry and Commerce (SIC) approved a business agreement between Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) and AES Colombia to develop a portfolio of wind generation projects in La Guajira.
Read moreEdwin Palma, Colombia’s Minister of Mines and Mines (MinEnergia) and former special agent in charge of intervening Air-e, is facing mounting scrutiny after revelations of nepotism, alleged manipulation of financial figures, and questionable use of public funds during his tenure.
Read moreTermobarranquilla, one of Colombia’s leading power operators, invested US$258M in renewable energy and efficiency projects while warning that the sector’s financial health is threatened by Air-e’s unpaid debts.
Read moreThe Colombian government cleared the way for offshore wind energy to enter the national electricity grid, marking a milestone in the country’s clean energy transition.
Read moreThe Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) is seeking an agreement with industry groups to reform the “Cargo por Confiabilidad,” a reliability charge that has collected around CoP$92T since 2006 and represents more than 10% of household electricity bills.
Read moreColombian businesses are increasingly uneasy about the economic outlook, citing political uncertainty, insecurity, and higher labor costs as the main risks for the remainder of 2025, according to the latest Joint Industrial Opinion Survey (EOIC) by the National Business Association of Colombia (ANDI).
Read moreIn a historic milestone for Colombia’s energy sector, 29 women have graduated as the country’s first female line technicians through Linieras Enlaza, a program led by Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB) and its subsidiary Enlaza, with support from several strategic partners.
Read moreColombia’s energy security is under mounting pressure as delays in power generation and transmission projects raise the risk of shortages starting next year.
Read moreThe Cartagena Refinery has successfully completed the first phase of its solar farm, generating 4.4 gigawatt hours of clean energy, enough to power 2,200 Colombian households for an entire year.
Read moreThe Colombian government has launched a public call to finance mining and energy projects worth nearly CoP$1.0T, aiming to strengthen regional development and advance the country’s energy transition.
Read moreEmpresas Públicas de Medellín (EPM) confirmed that Hidroeléctrica Ituango S.A. E.S.P. (HI) expanded its ongoing arbitration claim over the Boomt contract of the Hidroituango project, tripling its financial demands against the utility.
Read moreColombia may face an energy crisis reminiscent of the blackouts of the early 1990s, according to Jorge Valencia, former director of the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) and current head of Asproen.
Read moreDelays in Colombia’s renewable energy projects, particularly wind farms in La Guajira, are directly affecting the plans of global technology provider Hitachi Energy.
Read moreGrupo ISA unveiled new steps to accelerate its role in Colombia’s energy transition, with its subsidiary Transelca set to become the company’s vehicle for energy solutions in the country.
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Luckily Hurricane Erin did not make landfall in the Caribbean. Tropical storm force winds did not even brush Puerto Rico. But earlier in the week, experts concerned about what might happen, thought the American protectorate might escape unharmed from a power perspective thanks to the island’s distributed solar matrix.
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Colombia’s energy generation fell by 4.29% in July compared to the same month in 2024, according to XM, operator of the National Interconnected System and administrator of the Wholesale Energy Market.
Read moreCelsia, the energy subsidiary of Grupo Argos, closed the second quarter of 2025 with signs of stabilization after two challenging years marked by the El Niño weather phenomenon.
Read moreLibardo Yanod Márquez Aldana has resigned as Colombia’s Superintendent of Public Utilities (SuperServicios), just 10 months after being appointed by President Gustavo Petro.
Read moreAs Latin America’s energy systems grow more complex, shaped by climate change, shifting regulations, and a transition toward renewables, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a strategic tool to ensure reliability and anticipate failures.
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Grupo Energía Bogotá S.A. E.S.P. (GEB) reported solid operational and financial results for the second quarter of 2025, with increases in both revenue and EBITDA, although net profit contracted slightly due to extraordinary provisions.
Read moreThe Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) officially joined the “Pacto Boyacá: Raíz y Futuro,” reinforcing the government’s pledge that a Just Energy Transition is not just political rhetoric but a tangible plan that reaches historically overlooked communities.
Read moreA new attack on Antioquia’s electrical infrastructure was reported on Wednesday in the municipality of Maceo, located in the Magdalena Medio region. The incident did not disrupt the electricity supply, and no injuries were reported.
Read moreThe world is undergoing an unprecedented transformation as electricity becomes the central pillar of the global energy system. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), electricity demand is growing more than twice as fast as total energy consumption.
Read moreColombia could unleash as much as 18 GW of non-conventional renewable energy, enough to cover the country’s power needs for over a decade, if environmental licensing processes and early-stage planning are streamlined, according to former UPME Director Adrián Correa.
Read moreThe crisis at Air-e shows no signs of abating. Despite government assurances of an ongoing strategy to secure power supply for its 1.3 million customers in Atlántico, Magdalena, and La Guajira, the company has yet to finalize contracts with generators for 2026.
Read moreAt the Colombian Business Congress hosted by ANDI, the association’s President, Bruce Mac Master, issued a stark warning over the country’s energy outlook, persistent labor informality, and rising debt financing costs driven by waning investor confidence.
Read moreChilean renewable energy developer Verano Energy is setting its sights on Colombia, aiming to bring its Latin American solar expertise to the country’s Caribbean region.
Read moreDuring energy sector transformation and economic recovery, several Colombian companies are taking the lead in making the country’s energy transition a reality.
Read moreCelsia President Ricardo Sierra announced the creation of a new international-focused company dedicated to energy efficiency solutions, with its official brand launch expected in September this year.
Read moreColombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced that it has proposed to energy sector unions the nomination of a woman to serve as commissioner at the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG).
Read moreColombia’s Ministries of Labor, Mines, and Interior, along with the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management, the Boyacá Governor’s Office, and local authorities, reached agreements that led to the lifting of protests in Santa María and surrounding municipalities.
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Celsia released its second-quarter and first-half 2025 financial results, reflecting a combination of lower revenues but stronger profitability.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) postponed the presentation of a bill aimed at reducing electricity tariffs, which seeks to promote “greater equity and fairness” in energy service costs. The initiative intends to lower electricity bills and remove additional charges for consumers.
Read moreChilean renewable energy firm Verano Energy has announced plans to open its first solar plant in Colombia during the first half of 2026, marking the start of a six-year expansion to build seven solar facilities nationwide.
Read moreWe have frequently complained that the Petro government’s near obsession with distributed solar is a marvelous solution to those currently off the grid or rural dwellers in single-family homes. But the idea is not workable for most Colombian families that live in multi-dwelling units (MDUs). Technology marches on, however, and there may be an answer to our criticism.
Read moreColombian businesses are consuming fewer public utilities, yet their bills continue to rise. This is the key finding from the latest analysis by scaleup Energy Master, which reviewed 30,634 corporate invoices for electricity, water, and gas across eight departments.
Read moreColombia’s mining sector is facing major challenges, prompting the National Association of Power Generators (Andeg) to stress the role of formal mining, at all scales, as a driver of the country’s energy security, employment, and regional economic growth.
Read moreRising energy costs, environmental awareness, and tax incentives are driving a solar revolution across Colombia’s Caribbean region. What was once an inaccessible investment more than a decade ago has now become a practical and increasingly popular alternative for households, shops, and industries.
Read moreWith the aim of securing CoP$158B in funding to normalize electricity service in underserved neighborhoods, the special agent of Air-e Intervenida submitted a proposal to Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) to prevent the reassignment of resources from the Electric Grid Normalization Program (Prone).
Read moreThe administration of President Gustavo Petro is working to enable direct energy contracting as part of efforts to improve electricity service in the three departments served by Air-e, Colombia’s state-intervened utility.
Read moreThe department of Cesar could soon see the implementation of a differential operation model for electricity service, according to Ricardo José Arango Restrepo, general manager of Afinia.
Read moreColombia could become a global leader in green hydrogen production thanks to its clean energy mix, strategic location, and abundant renewable resources, according to Ramiro López-Ghio, the Inter-American Development Bank’s (IDB) representative in Colombia.
Read moreIn a global landscape where environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards are increasingly important to investors, regulators, and consumers, Colombia has made notable strides in sustainable business practices.
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Interconexión Eléctrica S.A. (ISA), a subsidiary of Ecopetrol Group, reported less-than-stellar financial results for the second quarter of 2025.
Read moreColombia’s Inspector General’s Office and the Comptroller General’s Office launched a joint investigation into the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) over concerns regarding delayed payments of energy and gas subsidies, as well as unresolved debt linked to the country’s “tariff option” scheme.
Read moreOver the past year, the Petro administration has pushed forward an ambitious energy transition agenda centered on sustainability, decentralization, and equitable access.
Read moreIn a strategic move to position Colombia as a regional leader in clean energy, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) hosted a high-level meeting with Minister Edwin Palma Egea, representatives of the hydrogen industry, and delegates from the European Union.
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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 July, 2025. Here are the details.
Read moreThe Colombian government has announced the resignation of Lena Yanina Estrada from her post as Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development (MinAmbiente).
Read moreThe Colombian government, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Announced a bold initiative to train at least 250,000 electricians as part of its Just Energy Transition plan, focusing on the rollout of solar energy projects in remote and underserved regions of the country.
Read moreIn a heated session of the Fifth Commission of the Colombian Senate, Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Edwin Palma, unveiled six major proposals to reform the Reliability Charge—a core mechanism of the Colombian electricity market that has long sparked controversy for the charges that appear on users’ bills.
Read moreAlexandra Hernández, President of SER Colombia, is clear: while progress has been made, time is running out. With energy demand growing at twice the rate of generation capacity, the risk of a shortfall by 2027 is real.
Read moreThe department of Atlántico in Colombia is preparing to host three major renewable energy projects that could add up to 1,500 megawatts to the National Interconnected System (SIN) within the next five years.
Read moreThe Colombian government announced a comprehensive audit into XM, the operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN) and administrator of the Wholesale Energy Market, following a request by Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Edwin Palma.
Read moreMany of you will see this article in our Thursday, August 7th, 2025 newsletter. Those based in Colombia may not until Friday because the August 7th is a holiday commemorating the Battle of Boyacá, a decisive blow in the war of liberation from the Spanish. It is also the day that, every four years, Colombia inaugurates a new president.
Read moreThe administration of Colombian President Gustavo Petro is preparing a legislative push to allow vertical integration within the national energy sector, an effort aimed at enabling companies like Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) to operate across the entire electricity value chain, from generation to distribution.
Read moreColombia’s Office of the Inspector General announced tangible progress in efforts to unlock key energy infrastructure projects that had been delayed due to administrative and environmental bottlenecks, particularly in the Caribbean region.
Read moreColombia's Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Edwin Palma, announced the construction of a Small Hydroelectric Plant (PCH) on the Río Tolo, located in the department of Chocó.
Read moreColombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced a review of the regulation defining the country’s electricity distribution areas, considering mounting evidence that the current structure is inflating electricity bills for low-income users in cities like Cali.
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Colombia’s energy demand rose by 4.53% in June 2025 compared to the same month last year.
Read moreColombia's energy sector is approaching a breaking point, according to a stark warning from the Colombian Association of Engineers (ACIEM).
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) formally requested oversight from the nation’s top control agencies for its flagship Energy Communities initiative.
Read moreGrupo Energía Bogotá (GEB), in partnership with Colombia’s Superior Council of the Judiciary, hosted its second academic session on Public Utilities and Human Rights in Riohacha, La Guajira, home to the strategic Colectora transmission project.
Read moreColombia has taken a major step toward its energy transition goals with the launch of the Copey–Cuestecitas power transmission line, now fully operational in La Guajira, northern Colombia.
Read moreColombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) is preparing a critical visit to XM, the operator of the country’s National Interconnected System and administrator of the electricity market.
Read moreEcuador is once again facing the specter of widespread power outages and Colombia could play a key role to face this situation.
Read moreIn the heart of northern Antioquia, where the mountains cradle the Cauca River, rises one of Colombia’s most formidable infrastructure endeavors: the Ituango Hydroelectric Project.
Read moreThe Colombian government is ramping up its support for renewable energy, with a special focus on unlocking the stalled wind power sector.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Automotive Dealers (Aconauto) voiced its opposition to President Gustavo Petro’s proposal to impose a 10% tariff on electric bus imports.
Read moreIn a joint effort to ensure a reliable energy supply in Colombia’s Caribbean region, the Superintendency of Public Utilities (SuperServicios) announced that it is working closely with Nelson Javier Vásquez Torres, the special agent in charge of the state-intervened electricity provider Air-e.
Read moreIn a significant step toward modernizing its energy infrastructure, Colombia will begin enforcing new technical standards for residential electricity meters starting January 5, 2026.
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Enel Colombia reported a strong performance for the first half of 2025, achieving significant milestones across financial, operational, and infrastructure development fronts, while continuing to lead Colombia and Central America’s energy transition.
Read moreColombia’s energy sector is sounding the alarm: the country is on track to face a serious electricity supply deficit by 2027, and action must be taken now.
Read moreColombia’s energy sector is facing mounting pressure, and thermal power plants are stepping up as a critical backbone of reliability.
Read moreTetra Pak, the global leader in food processing and packaging solutions, reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability, announcing a bold target.
Read moreAlexandra Hernández, president of SER Colombia, sent a message to the government and the country.
Read moreAs Colombia intensifies its stance against coal exports, particularly to Israel, questions are emerging about the country’s long-term energy strategy and whether nuclear power could play a role in decarbonizing the economy.
Read moreAt the 15th edition of the Asomicrofinanzas Congress, key institutions in Colombia signed a memorandum of understanding to boost the adoption of solar energy among microenterprises, especially in underserved regions.
Read moreIn a striking comparison between classical mythology and modern energy policy, Aquiles Mercado, Vice President of Finance and Administration at Promigas, warned Colombia not to fall prey to seductive but impractical energy promises, what he calls “the siren song of environmental romanticism.”
Read moreThe Colombian government, under President Gustavo Petro, announced that it will introduce a new bill to reduce electricity tariffs on August 11, aiming to tackle widespread dissatisfaction with the current pricing model.
Read moreThe Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy (MineEnergia) announced the resumption of electricity exports generated by hydropower, marking a key shift after the country overcame a prolonged El Niño weather phenomenon and severe drought that pushed reservoir levels down to just 28% of capacity.
Read moreIn the industrial hub of Yumbo, Valle del Cauca, multinational packaging giant Smurfit Westrock is building its largest investment in Colombia to date a US$115.5M biomass boiler designed to significantly reduce the company’s environmental footprint and move toward cleaner energy production.
Read moreThe legal battle over the appointment of Jorge Carrillo as president of ISA (Interconexión Eléctrica S.A.) escalated, with Empresas Públicas de Medellín (EPM) officially joining the lawsuit seeking to nullify his designation.
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Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced the resumption of electricity exports generated by hydropower, following the end of what it described as “the most intense drought ever experienced” in the country.
Read moreAfter months of uncertainty due to last year’s severe drought, Colombia’s power sector has regained stability and even strength.
Read moreFrom humble beginnings in 1955 Medellín to becoming one of Colombia’s largest public utilities, EPM has woven a story of transformation, resilience, and innovation over its 70-year history.
Read moreAs part of its commitment to user safety and community well-being, Air-e, the electricity distribution company, is intensifying its educational campaigns to raise awareness about the risks associated with the misuse of electrical installations, both in homes and public spaces.
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