President Gustavo Petro attended the COP28, addressing key issues such as reducing fossil fuels, debt-for-climate-action swaps, and the significance of dialogue to resolve conflicts in Ukraine and Palestine.
Read moreThe mining-energy sector has engaged in dialogue with the community of Isla Grande, Bolívar, ushering in a new era of collaboration.
Read moreThe government has officially announced the appointment of the new Director of the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG).
Read moreThe Council of State has officially accepted a lawsuit filed by the National Union of Merchants (Undeco) seeking fair energy rates in the Caribbean region.
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 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 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 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 moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) officially confirmed the appointment of two new expert commissioners.
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 Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced a new Executive Director for the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG).
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.
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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 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 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 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 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 moreIn Barranquilla, more and more initiatives are aligning with the city's grand vision of sustainability.
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 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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 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 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.
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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 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.
Read moreThe Commission for Energy and Gas Regulation (CREG) has been unable to convene or make decisions since October 5 due to a lack of quorum. This hiatus comes at a critical juncture, as urgent measures are needed to address the financial crisis facing several electricity retailers and to tackle the El Niño phenomenon.
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As concerns over El Niño's impact on energy generation mount, an analysis by Sergio Cabrales, an analyst and lecturer at the University of Los Andes, highlights a potential risk of rationing if hydropower capacity falls to 20%.
Read moreRecently, Colombian President Gustavo Petro took to his Twitter (now X) account to make a rather perplexing request to the public and the energy sector, generating a discussion about the government’s plans regarding El Niño.
Read moreIn a recent discussion during the VI Summit on Oil, Gas and Energy, sector experts gathered to discuss the obstacles in the transition of Colombia's transportation fleet to sustainability, as well as the measures needed to accelerate this process.
Read moreLatin America has the potential to emerge as a global leader in renewable energy, driven by the substantial increase in solar and wind energy production capacity.
Read moreSpectrum recently obtained environmental clearance to build one of the country's largest solar parks between Barrancabermeja and Bucaramanga in Santander.
Read moreThe VI Oil, Gas, and Energy Summit provided a platform for Jorge Iván González, Director of National Planning (DNP), and Mauricio Cardenas, former Minister of Finance (MinHacienda), to delve into the crucial topics of energy transition, its financing, and the role of the petroleum sector in this process.
Read moreThe Regiotram del Norte project, aimed at connecting Colombia's capital with Chía, Cajicá, and Zipaquirá, is facing uncertainty due to the Ministry of Transport's response to a technical request made by the Cundinamarca Governorship and the Mayor's Office of Bogotá.
Read moreColombian President Gustavo Petro announced that the country's Caribbean region will gradually transition to renewable energy sources, with the installation of solar panels.
Read moreExperts convened to discuss advancements in energy transition during the VI Oil, Gas and Energy Summit, particularly focusing on the potential of green hydrogen and other pertinent topics in the energy industry.
Read moreIn recent times, there has been a noticeable correlation between household energy prices and the surge in complaints. More people are expressing dissatisfaction with the rising tariffs they receive at home.
Read moreThe VI Oil, Gas, and Energy Summit gathered industry experts to explore the implementation of the energy transition in Colombia's regions.
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In July, the Colombian government revealed its energy transition “roadmap”. In late September, the International Energy Agency (IEA), a global energy thinktank, published its “Net Zero Roadmap: A Global Pathway to Keep the 1.5oC Goal in Reach” and then recently published its World Energy Outlook for 2023. The public version of the IEA’s database does not break out Colombia so we cannot do a direct comparison, but we can make some inferences. So what, if anything, can we learn from these about Colombia’s transition roadmap?
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Amidst Colombia's energy crisis exacerbated by El Niño, Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Omar Andrés Camacho Morales, recently asserted that the country had the highest energy tariffs in the region. However, this claim faced scrutiny from experts and energy analysts who argued otherwise.
Read moreThe Colombian government is moving forward with plans to conduct a concession auction for temporary permits in designated maritime areas to facilitate the development of offshore wind energy projects.
Read moreDagoberto Quiroga, the Superintendent of Household Public Services, talked about the high tariffs of public services in Colombia.
Read moreSince October 5th, both the Colombian Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) and its panel of experts have been unable to convene and make decisions due to a lack of the required quorum.
Read moreAt the Latin American Youth Climate Conference hosted in Bogotá this year, Colombia's Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, reaffirmed Colombia's commitment to the proposals it will present at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.
Read moreThe Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) announced a significant increase in requests for connection points from electric power generation projects and new loads.
Read moreThe Minister of Environment (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, announced that the government has approved a budget for El Niño Management Plan.
Read moreThe president of the Colombian Association of Electric Power Generators, Acolgen, Natalia Gutiérrez, took to social media to shed light on the current risks confronting the country's electricity sector.
Read moreAs concerns loom over the risk of power outages in Colombia, Minister of Mines and Energy, Omar Andrés Camacho Morales, has been summoned for a political oversight debate in the House of Representatives to scrutinize the situation.
Read moreDespite governmental enthusiasm for expanding renewable energies in Colombia and the opportunities this presents, regulatory rigidity, bureaucratic setbacks, and other obstacles are putting pressure on investors.
Read moreSandra Vilardy Quiroga has spoken out following the announcement of her resignation from the position of Deputy Minister of Environmental Policies and Standardization at the Ministry of Environment.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) has put forward a draft resolution aiming to suspend the energy supply limitation scheme for energy marketers. This system has been in use for years to ensure these agents meet their commitments.
Read moreDespite the government plan to boost the transition, Colombia has witnessed limited progress in the adoption of clean energy sources this year.
Read moreThe Inspector General’s Office, through the Delegated Inspector for Environmental, Mining-Energy, and Agrarian Affairs and the Delegated Inspector for Territorial Management and Governance, has issued an alert to the Colombian government.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro pointed to a ranking by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on annual energy inflation rates up to July 2023 in its 38 member countries. He criticized the calculation of electricity tariffs by the Regulatory Commission for Energy and Gas (CREG), alleging that it economically benefits companies in the sector.
Read moreAcolgen’s Natalia Gutiérrez called on the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) and the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) to reassess the conditions of the electric energy exchange with Ecuador.
Read moreThe Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, responded to the warning of former ministers about a possible crisis in the energy sector.
Read moreBrookfield Corporation, the owner of Isagen, has sent a warning letter to the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), addressed to Minister Andrés Camacho, with a copy to Minister of Finance (MinHacienda) Ricardo Bonilla.
Read moreColombia and the Netherlands have recently signed a memorandum of understanding to advance offshore wind energy projects in the context of Colombia's energy transition efforts.
Read moreIn a letter addressed to President Gustavo Petro, former ministers of Mines and Energy, as well as former ministers of Finance, and even members of the energy sector, asked him to take urgent measures in the face of a possible risk of blackout.
Read moreIn a recent announcement, President Gustavo Petro addressed the electric vehicle market in the country through his social media channels.
Read moreThe National Environmental Licensing Authority (ANLA) is making progress in the environmental assessment of the project "Transmission Line Associated with the Cuestecitas- Colectora 1 Connection at 500 kV," a request submitted by Enlaza Grupo Energía de Bogotá (GEB).
Read moreThe former Minister of Mines and Energy, Irene Vélez, is set to return to government service under President Gustavo Petro, this time with the National Infrastructure Agency (ANI).
Read moreWarnings from XM align with alerts raised by former Deputy Minister (Acting) of Energy, Cristian Díaz about a possible energy crisis in Colombia.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro recently addressed energy tariffs, proposing methods to reduce user costs on their utility bills. One of his suggestions involved the installation of solar panels, citing a successful case in a school during his tenure as Mayor of Bogotá.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) announced measures to counteract a possible electrical crisis in the country.
Read moreJuan Ricardo Ortega, President of Grupo Energia Bogotá, discussed the challenges faced by energy companies in Colombia and outlined what needs to be done to implement a 'lifesaver' plan.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro has issued a rallying call to the communities of Engativá and all of Bogotá, urging them to transition from energy consumers to producers of clean electricity.
Read moreA prolonged El Niño phenomenon is set to put pressure on energy prices in Colombia, subsequently affecting food costs and potentially leading to inflationary spikes, countering the recent reduction trend reported by Dane.
Read moreThe reindustrialization and energy transition stand as two major pillars of the Petro administration's agenda. However, a critical aspect that remains less defined is the source of funding for these initiatives. Addressing this concern is vital for ensuring the success and sustainability of these ambitious projects.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro reiterated his commitment to present a reform of Colombia's public services.
Read moreThe Department National of Planning (DNP) recently spearheaded a webinar titled "Together for Territory: Urban and Regional Mobility."
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Last March, I wrote an article called “We’ll always have Paris” talking about the IPCC’s AR6 Synthesis Report: Climate Change 2023 report which concluded that the world was unlikely to make the COP 21 – aka “Paris” – commitments to limit global warming to 1.5oC above pre-industrial levels by 2100. A recently published chart says we may already have blown it.
Read moreAfter reviewing Decree 1085 of 2023, through which the state of economic, social, and ecological emergency was declared in the department of La Guajira, the Plenary Chamber of the Constitutional Court took a decision on this document.
Read moreAs Colombia navigates its path towards an energy transition, experts emphasize the critical challenges that the nation must surmount to achieve sustainable progress.
Read moreTo reduce electricity rates in the Caribbean region, the Chamber of Commerce in Barranquilla and the Inter-Guild Committee in Atlántico have urged the government to allocate funding for the modernization of the electrical infrastructure in the Caribbean.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) is making significant strides in the regulation of electromobility.
Read moreThe concept of circular economy transcends mere fiscal considerations, as experts emphasize the need for a broader approach to drive sustainability across all sectors of society.
Read moreIn response to a 7% surge in corporate electricity bills by September 2023, businesses are turning to innovative approaches to save energy, notably through the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics.
Read moreAs Colombia faces the potential impacts of the 'El Niño' phenomenon, which may extend until March 2024, the Colombian Association of Engineers (ACIEM) has put forth a comprehensive action plan to avert the risk of energy rationing.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro's proposal for free public transportation has sparked a range of opinions within economic and productive sectors.
Read moreAccording to the Colombian Association of Temporary Services Companies (Acoset), showed its concerns about the impact of labor reform bill.
Read moreTo address the issue of fluctuating energy prices in the market, Dagoberto Quiroga, Superintendent of Public Services, highlighted the role of major hydroelectric generators in influencing energy prices.
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