FENOGE and the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) have provided an update to the public regarding the possibility of continuing the operation of the Jepirachi wind farm.
Read moreAs Colombia faces the impending challenge of El Niño's arrival, concerns are mounting over potential power cuts and their economic impact on households and businesses.
Read moreThe Colombian Inspector General's Office has released a report detailing the major findings resulting from a compliance audit of the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia).
Read moreThe electric sector has been on high alert in recent days due to the risks of grid exhaustion, which could lead to more frequent demand unmet in critical areas.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), through the Unconventional Energy and Efficient Energy Management Fund (Fenoge), has launched a call for community energy companies.
Read moreThe energy company recently uncovered 29 cases of energy theft in a residential complex located in the northern part of Barranquilla.
Read moreLuis Guillermo Acosta, Executive Director of the Colombian Association of Petroleum Engineers, provided an overview of the current state of the energy sector.
Read moreOmar Andrés Camacho, the newly appointed Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), faces significant challenges as he takes on this critical role. Experts have highlighted several pressing issues that demand immediate attention and strategic planning.
Read moreIn an opinion article, Journalist Oscar Montes said that one word strikes fear into the hearts of Caribbean region residents: blackout. No other cause induces such terror and panic, as a blackout symbolizes backwardness, death, darkness, and ruin. It is the nightmare that the people of the Caribbean would never want to relive.
Read moreThe Colombian energy sector faces mounting challenges as the impending El Niño phenomenon threatens to exacerbate an already strained system.
Read moreCalls for legal stability and clear rules are a recurring theme among electric energy companies operating in Colombia, as they invest heavily to expand operations and contribute to the energy transition.
Read moreEl Tiempo reported that the government has already decided who will be the new minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia).
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) continues to face an interim leadership situation under the government of Gustavo Petro.
Read moreIrene Vélez has officially announced her resignation as Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia).
Read moreAntioquia's Governor Aníbal Gaviria Correa has put EPM in a tough spot by proposing that the majority shareholder of Hidroituango, the Antioquia Government, takes control of the energy generation project.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced the new energy vice minister.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro recently took to Twitter to emphasize the urgent need for a transformation in the mass transportation systems of cities.
Read moreCAF, the development bank of Latin America, has devised a comprehensive strategy to propel Colombia towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Read moreThe Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) has presented the National Energy Plan (PEN) for public comment.
Read moreThe General Maritime Directorate (DIMAR) and the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) have signed an agreement to promote offshore wind energy projects in Colombia.
Read moreA new scandal involving Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) Irene Vélez could cost her the job.
Read moreConexión Energética, a subsidiary of the Colombian Mercantile Exchange, successfully conducted the first auction of standardized energy supply contracts in the country.
Read moreThe country managed to stop the upward trend of deforestation, achieving the lowest level in nine years.
Read moreAccording to the World Bank's updated Atlas of the SDGs 2023, Colombia has made significant progress in climate action.
Read moreA Colombian Electric Vehicle (EV) has been impounded by traffic police in Bogotá, Colombia.
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XM, the operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN), announced the average water level in reservoirs behind power dams in Colombia.
Read moreExperts question the feasibility and timeliness of the Wayuu community's partnership in energy projects in Colombia.
Read moreExperts talked about the relevance of energy diversification, but they also criticized some of the government decisions that could affect the transition.
Read moreColombia is making progress in the production of biogas and biomethane, although it is still in the early stages of development.
Read moreThe Danish Energy Agency, in collaboration with the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), is actively supporting Colombia's offshore wind energy development through knowledge transfer and technical assistance.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced progress in the document for the energy transition roadmap.
Read moreA report by Corficolombiana analyzes the current state of carbon markets in Colombia and the world.
Read moreThe Council of State upheld the decision to suspend the draft decree that would have granted President Gustavo Petro powers to intervene in public services.
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The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has officially declared the onset of El Niño.
Read moreMinister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez Torres, and the Mayor of Medellín and President of the Board of Directors of EPM, Daniel Quintero Calle, announced an agreement between the government and the company regarding the Jepírachi wind farm in La Guajira.
Read moreSeveral experts have issued warnings about the imminent arrival of the El Niño phenomenon and its effects on agriculture, food, and energy.
Read moreThe recent case of energy fraud in a luxurious stratum 6 house in an exclusive area of Puerto Colombia has brought attention to the chronic problem of energy theft in the Caribbean region.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) issued Resolution No. 00626 on July 3, 2023, ordering the disbursement of funds to cover energy subsidies for low-income consumers.
Read moreXM, the operator of the Colombian electricity market, has published a study on the flexibility of the National Interconnected System (SIN).
Read moreFollowing the approval of the budget supplement, several members of the Caribbean caucus expressed concern that the budget did not allocate funds to address the current situation of increased energy tariffs.
Read moreColombia has been striving to mass deploy smart meters to accurately monitor the consumption of various public utility services.
Read moreBancolombia's calculations suggest that several regions could experience higher electricity prices due to the El Niño phenomenon.
Read moreDuring President Gustavo Petro's cabinet tour in the department of La Guajira, various changes in social and economic matters have been announced. One of these changes will be in TermoGuajira.
Read moreThe government continues to work on the development of a transition roadmap to promote the campaign's agenda. Experts from various sectors have highlighted the challenges that the country faces in this process, including the need to change consumer habits, which should be considered in the roadmap's definition.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro has unveiled plans to prioritize the installation of clean energy systems and electrical transmission lines in La Guajira, with the goal of achieving a social pact that involves Wayúu communities in generating clean electricity.
Read moreThe executive director of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG), José Fernando Prada, talked about the measures to confront the El Niño phenomenon.
Read moreThe El Niño phenomenon in La Guajira is expected to have a significant impact on the energy and agricultural sectors.
Read moreWith the aim of reactivating rail traffic in Colombia, led by the government, the sixth committee of the House of Representatives unanimously approved the Railway Law in its first debate.
Read moreXM, operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN), spoke about how the comprehensive strengthening of the electricity system is key to the energy transition process.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) has disbursed payments to energy companies for subsidies granted in the first quarter of this year.
Read moreDuring his visit to La Guajira, President Gustavo Petro met with authorities from the Wayúu community in the Nazareth district of Uribia.
Read moreIn La Guajira, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) presented and signed the Pact for Transition alongside President Gustavo Petro, local authorities, and energy generation and transmission companies.
Read moreEl Heraldo's editorial discusses the current heat wave in Barranquilla and other cities in the Colombian Caribbean.
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The World Economic Forum (WEF) published its most recent report of the Energy Transition Index (ETI), with worrying results for Colombia.
Read moreOn his second day in La Guajira, President Gustavo Petro met with the municipalities of Nazareth and Uribia, the largest municipality in the country by area. The discussion focused on energy transition, a critical issue in the region as it serves as a leading example for the country's renewable energy plans.
Read moreSenator Efraín Cepeda stated that politicians will continue to insist on proposals to mitigate the rate increases.
Read moreAn editorial in El Heraldo discusses the decision of Enel Colombia's Board of Directors to indefinitely suspend the construction of the Windpeshi Wind Farm in La Guajira.
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XM, the operator of the National Interconnected System (SIN), announced the average water level in reservoirs behind power dams in Colombia.
Read moreA study conducted by Corficolombiana warns of the potential negative impact of an intense El Niño phenomenon on the Colombian economy.
Read moreThe Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez Torres, visited Ecopetrol's Innovation and Technology Center (ICP) in Piedecuesta, Santander.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) is collaborating with Asobancaria, the association representing private and multilateral banks in Colombia, to structure initiatives that accelerate the fair energy transition in the country.
Read moreA group of Colombian legislators and academics is spearheading a nuclear energy development initiative through a proposed law to be presented in the upcoming legislative session.
Read moreThe Superintendent of Public Utility Services in Colombia, Dagoberto Quiroga, highlighted the major shortcomings of the industry in providing services across different regions of the country.
Read moreElectricity prices are expected to rise for low-income households in Colombia because of the El Niño climate phenomenon.
Read moreThe Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez, met with the Energy Transition Subgroup of the Group of International Cooperators in Colombia (GRUC).
Read moreAccording to Professor Ricardo Hausmann, founder and director of the Growth Lab at Harvard University, Colombia can boost its economic growth and close gaps by embracing new technologies and the global transition to decarbonization.
Read moreThe current Resolution 108 of 1997 of the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) defines the criteria for the protection of the rights of users of public utility services.
Read moreThe Fund for Unconventional Energies and Efficient Energy Management (Fenoge) announced the installation of projects to meet the energy needs of La Loma district in the municipality of Bojayá, Chocó, through the 'Con Energía' program.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) published a draft decree on White Hydrogen.
Read moreApproximately 100 Wayú indigenous authorities and leaders signed a petition to President Gustavo Petro expressing their concern and opposition to the installation of wind farms on the coast of Alta Guajira (Wüinpümüin).
Read moreColombia and Germany have entered into an agreement aimed at boosting the hydrogen industry and fostering collaboration in green energy.
Read moreVice Minister of Energy, Cristian Díaz, spoke about the action plan to deal with El Niño phenomenon and its potential impact on electricity tariffs.
Read moreExperts talked about the feasibility of a short-term transition in Colombia.
Read moreAndesco’s Camilo Sánchez discussed various aspects of the industry in a recent interview.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro began a three-day visit to Germany with the goal of securing an agreement to produce green hydrogen in Colombia and facilitate its export to other countries.
Read moreFinance Minister Ricardo Bonilla made a controversial proposal on sustainable mobility.
Read moreThe economic committees of the Colombian Congress discussed the initial proposal for a budget amendment for this year, which was reduced from CoP$23T to CoP$16.9T.
Read moreDuring his recent visit, UK Chancellor of the Exchequer James Claverley reaffirmed the UK's commitment to supporting Colombia's Fair Energy Transition.
Read moreExperts of the sector warned about the companies at risk due to El Niño phenomenon.
Read moreCompanies operating in Colombia's electricity sector are expressing concern about the lack of legal and regulatory stability that is hampering their investments and contributions to the country's energy transition.
Read moreThe Director General of the Institute of Planning and Promotion of Energy Solutions for Non-Interconnected Areas (IPSE), Javier Campillo, announced a new solar tender.
Read moreYoung Tae Kim, Secretary General of the International Transport Forum (ITF), discussed various aspects of the transport sector and offered his insights.
Read moreColombia is preparing for the arrival of El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to have a significant impact on the country's agricultural sector.
Read moreColombia's ambition to become a leading producer and exporter of green hydrogen faces several challenges.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergía) and the Unconventional Energy and Efficient Energy Management Fund (FENOGE) bring energy solutions to hospitals and educational centers in the Cesar department.
Read moreColombia's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Tourism has proposed a decree to modify tariffs and establish tariff quotas for automotive imports, with the aim of strengthening the national automotive industry.
Read morePortafolio interviewed Tomas Anker Christensen, Denmark's Ambassador for Climate Change, responsible for supporting and promoting the country's global ambition to reduce its emissions by 70% by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Read moreDuring street demonstrations in support of his administration and his proposed, President Gustavo Petro announced new reforms for the second half of the year.
Read moreAs a result of technical cooperation between the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and Asocapitales, Barranquilla has successfully completed its Greenhouse Gas Inventory.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), through the issuance of Decree 0929, has established public policy guidelines to promote efficiency and competitiveness in the provision of electricity services in the country.
Read moreFormer Minister of Finance Jose Antonio Ocampo wrote an opinion article emphasizing the need for an energy transition plan.
Read moreThe Colombian-Dutch Chamber of Commerce, known as Holland House, recently celebrated its tenth anniversary in the country.
Read moreDuring a meeting of the Fourth Senate Committee, experts warned that the cost of energy on the spot market will increase with El Niño phenomenon.
Read moreThe first debate of a bill to promote the use of hydrogen in Colombia has been approved in the Fifth Committee of the Chamber of Representatives.
Read moreIn Colombia, the state of the energy transition is facing challenges following the indefinite suspension of Enel Green Power's Windpeshi project in La Guajira.
Read moreAs El Niño phenomenon is expected to arrive in the 2H23 and early 2024, Colombia is preparing for its impact on reservoirs.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro attended a meeting of South American presidents in Brasilia at the Itamaraty Palace.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), through its technical team, has been actively supporting local entities in identifying, formulating, and executing projects that promote the social, economic, and environmental development of the country, using resources from the General Royalties System (SGR).
Read moreThe Colombian Energy Regulation Commission (CREG) recently decided to postpone one of the energy commitment auctions.
Read moreMore than 50 out of 80 renewable energy projects in Colombia are currently stalled due to a range of issues, including social, environmental, and legal conflicts.
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