The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has called on the countries of South America to unite to protect the environment and the Amazon.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro spoke about green hydrogen and its potential in Colombia.
Read moreThe IQ Air 2022 Global Air Quality report did not leave Colombia in a good position.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) has issued a resolution to delegate new functions to the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH).
Read moreAndeg's Alejandro Castañeda highlighted some of the challenges Colombia faces in achieving a fair Energy Transition.
Read moreThe Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development (MinAmbiente), in collaboration with the four indigenous peoples of the Sierra, has agreed to expand the protected area of the Sierra Nevada Santa Marta National Natural Park.
Read moreThe Ministries of Finance (MinHacienda), Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) and Commerce (MinComercio) talked about the energy transition process.
Read moreThe Ministry of Commerce (MinComercio), through Colombia Productiva and with the financial support of the European Union (EU), officially announced the inauguration of the 'Green Productivity' fund.
Read moreThe National Association of Colombian Businessmen (ANDI) conducted a survey on the investment climate in the country.
Read moreAcolgen's Natalia Gutiérrez sent some proposals to help reduce tariffs.
Read moreThe energy transition is one of the main bets of President Gustavo Petro, but there are doubts about its possible cost and how this process will be financed.
Read moreAlthough the government's goal is to decarbonize the economy, it has left commercial forestry plantations out of the development plan.
Read moreThe Superintendency of Residential Public Utilities (SuperServicios) made a request to the State Council regarding the intervention in energy prices.
Read morePolitician Simon Gaviria has spoken out about lower energy prices.
Read moreThe mayor of Medellin, Daniel Quintero, again referred to his proposal to freeze EPM's energy prices.
Read moreThe Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez Torres, spoke about the possible date of inauguration of the Colectora project.
Read moreThe Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) announced the projects that received connection concept for the next energy auction.
Read moreThe Committee of Experts of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) has clarified the scope of Decree 0227 and the ability of its commissioners to develop their functions.
Read moreThe government is still looking for alternatives to reduce energy prices in Colombia. Now it has a new idea.
Read moreColombia's new Ambassador to Canada, Carlos Arturo Morales, will present to the government of that country the proposal for the energy integration of the continent.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro spoke about the decision to suspend the decree with which he tried to take absolute control of energy tariffs.
Read moreThe Cost of Capital Observatory of the International Energy Agency (EIA), the World Economic Forum (WEF), ETH Zurich and Imperial College of London conducted a study in emerging countries that demonstrates the weight given by investors and companies to the stability of institutions and regulations within their risk analysis.
Read moreThe State Council has ruled on an appeal against President Gustavo Petro decree to assume personal control of water and electricity regulation.
Read moreThe Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez, announced the government is planning changes to energy subsidies.
Read moreXM, operator of the National Interconnection System (SIN) and administrator of the Wholesale Energy Market (MEM), announced the calendar for the new energy auction.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced the construction of the second phase of the Pact for Tariff Justice.
Read moreThe National Environmental Licensing Agency (ANLA) has suspended the process for renewable energy projects in La Guajira. Here is why.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro's intervention in public utilities has provoked several reactions. This time, former president Cesar Gaviria spoke about the issue.
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President Gustavo Petro has other problems this week so we have not heard much from his plan to set electricity rates PERSONALLY! Turns out European countries have the same problem of “too high” tariffs and are looking for better solutions than simply making arbitrary cuts. In the UK, some think that making public utilities into so-called “public benefit corporations” would solve the problem but I have my doubts.
Read moreThe Minister of Commerce (MinComercio), Germán Umaña, spoke about the country's plans to produce Electric Vehicles (EVs).
Read moreGustavo Petro's government is betting on the energy transition, and green finance plays a key in advancing this process.
Read moreMayor of Medellin, Daniel Quintero Calle, asked the national government to freeze EPM's energy prices.
Read moreThe Ministry of Trade (MinComercio) presented the Reindustrialization Policy that it intends to implement during this four-year term.
Read moreColombia's president, Gustavo Petro, had an idea for the energy sector.
Read moreThe Institute for Development and Peace Studies (Indepaz) conducted an analysis of environmental conflicts related to megaprojects in Colombia.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) announced a new energy auction, and here are the reasons why.
Read moreThe Committee of Experts of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) warned of the negative effects of intervening in energy tariffs.
Read moreThe government is working on the creation of the Energy Transition Roadmap, this is what is known so far.
Read moreLocal authorities in the Caribbean region have presented a joint petition to the government.
Read moreCasa de Bolsa analyzed the diversification and exposure of some of the main companies in the energy sector and possible impact on them from President Gustavo Petro's intervention.
Read moreThe Colombian Association of Electricity Generators (Acolgen) sent a message to President Gustavo Petro.
Read morePresident Petro signed the decree to assume the general functions delegated to the regulatory commissions. However, there are legal doubts about this decree.
Read moreRepresentatives from the government, energy associations and industry met to take action to promote hydropower in the country.
Read moreMetro de Medellín will issue its first sustainability bond.
Read moreFitch Ratings discussed the challenges that energy companies will face this year.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro signed the decree to intervene the regulation of public utilities in Colombia.
Read moreThe payment of the policies avoided the suspension of the construction of Hidroituango, but generated a new controversy in the mega-project.
Read moreThe World Economic Forum (WEF) has updated its report on the most likely risks for the coming years.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro's intention to intervene in the country's electricity service could jeopardize huge investments needed to maintain quality of the service in the future.
Read moreThe Superintendency of Residential Public Utilities (SuperServicios) has made new senior appointments.
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Colombian President Gustavo Petro has been doing the rounds of multilateral organizations saying that countries, like his, which steward resources that mitigate climate change (like the Amazon rainforest) should have their debt forgiven. The reception has been tepid at best and we expressed skepticism. Now a study by the French central bank casts further doubt on the concept.
Read moreFormer ministers of mines and energy have asked President Gustavo Petro to reconsider his announcement to take over the management of the public utilities.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro wants renewables to be the country's main source of energy in 12 years. However, renewable energy projects continue to face delays.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro plans to intervene in the country's domestic services, and the government has published the draft decree to do so. Experts discussed the implications of this proposal.
Read moreFive associations of the electricity sector sent a letter to President Gustavo Petro about his controversial proposal to take over tariffing.
Read moreMinister of the Environment (MinAmbiente) Susana Muhamad spoke about key issues such as prior consultation, environmental licensing, and energy transition.
Read moreThe credit agency commented on President Gustavo Petro's intention to take control of public service tariffs (“personally”) and the situation of the energy market in the country.
Read moreThe business of solar panels has aroused the interest of investors, thanks to the country's huge potential in this field. Experts talked about how to enter this attractive business.
Read moreColombia continues to discuss high energy prices and the variables that affect this service. Experts discussed the reliability charge and how it works.
Read moreComptroller General Carlos Hernán Rodríguez Becerra called for "prudence and technical rigor" in the debate on the energy transition.
Read moreThe National Development Plan (PND) presented by the government of Gustavo Petro includes proposals to promote the use of renewable energy in the country.
Read moreAcolgen's Natalia Gutiérrez spoke about energy prices and why power generators need signs of confidence from the government to move forward with more efficient technologies.
Read moreThe final draft of the National Development Plan (PND) includes a proposal to give the president extraordinary powers to create a state holding company for the electricity sector.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro’s declaration that he personally would set utility rates has investors worried. Some industry associations and editorial writers say that investors will leave. However, it may not be as simple as charging off in a huff when the decrees are enacted or laws are passed.
Read moreColombia's Central Bank updated its inflation projections and base metrics, including goods and services in which the State intervenes to define a rate such as electricity. Experts from the entity spoke about this issue.
Read moreThe State seeks to massively increase the use of more environmentally friendly vehicles through the 'Sustainable Electric Mobility’ strategy, but is hindering this transition at the same time.
Read moreThe government announced that the draft of the decree is ready by which President Gustavo Petro assumes the powers of regulation and control of public utility tariffs in Colombia.
Read morePresident Petro urged the Fourth Section of the Council of State to build the legal instruments to fight “the power” behind the climate crisis.
Read moreGerman Corredor, President of SER Colombia, spoke about the concerns of the sector, the energy transition, and current political uncertainty.
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Shares in Colombian energy companies like ISA, Grupo Energia Bogota (GEB), and Celsia have decrease since President Petro announced he would temporarily take responsibility for setting household utility bills.
Read moreEnergy experts gave their opinion on President Gustavo Petro's controversial announcement about taking control over the management of public utilities in the country.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro wants Ecopetrol to become his State-owned energy company. For that, he needs to significantly develop the non-hydrocarbon businesses, hire a different CEO and change Colombian law.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced that energy service commercialization companies will receive a payment for energy tariff subsidies.
Read moreThe Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) spoke about the possible risk of power shortages in the Eastern Central region.
Read moreThe Trade Council, led by Germán Arce, issued a statement on the controversial decision of President Gustavo Petro to temporarily assume the powers of the public services regulation commissions.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro accepted the resignation of Vice Minister of Energy, Belizza Ruiz, through decree 0120 of January 27, 2023. She gave a controversial interview after her resignation.
Read moreThe Minister of Energy (MinEnergia), Irene Vélez, has been in the middle of a controversy almost since she took control of the entity. This is what she had to say on the matter.
Read moreThe World Economic Forum (WEF) discussed the most pressing risks regarding climate change for 2023, and coming years.
Read moreThe constant rise in energy prices has generated controversy and discussions in the country. This has happened for different reasons.
Read morePortafolio reported the government's proposed text for the mining and energy sector in the National Development Plan (PND).
Read moreThe CREG's Committee of Experts responded to President Gustavo Petro's controversial announcement about assuming control over the management of public utilities in the country.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro announced that he will assume control over the management of public utilities in the country.
Read moreA letter from five entities attached to the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) was sent to President Gustavo Petro, requesting the resignation of the Vice Minister of Mines, Belizza Ruiz.
Read moreIndustry experts discussed the challenges that the electricity industry is facing to complete new projects.
Read moreThe Minister of Environment (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, spoke about the Colombian government's proposal to swap sovereign debt for climate action. Here are the details.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) and Colombian electricity market agents are working on tools to advance the modernization and sustainability of the country's Wholesale Energy Market.
Read moreThere is a “black hole” in the resources needed for the climate and energy transition. This is what can be done to help the issue.
Read moreVice-Minister General of Finance, Diego Guevara, spoke about the transformations that Colombia needs to guarantee that the energy transition will be done in a responsible way.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro spoke about the climate crisis and the need to take urgent decisions to confront and overcome it.
Read moreThe scientific journal, Nature, published an article signed by eight researchers on the proposal to shrink economies with the aim of helping developing countries.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro talked about the relevance of including climate agreements in structures such as the World Economic Forum (WEF).
Read moreThe Association published a study named "The energy transition in the world and in Colombia: trajectories for its acceleration and linkage with energy security." Here are the details.
Read moreThe Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) announced a donation to Colombia to support the energy transition and combat deforestation.
Read moreA study by the National University of Colombia and the University of Antioquia, analyzed the country's potential to produce energy from agricultural waste.
Read moreThe Ministry of Agriculture (MinAgricultura) made an urgent appeal to producers and exporters in the Colombian agricultural sector.
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The departure of Belizza Ruiz from the Vice-Ministry of Energy (MinEnergia) generated a discussion regarding how long should ministers and vice-ministers stay in office.
Read moreGovernment sources spoke about the possibility of a new energy auction.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro asked the ambassadors who will represent Colombia in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Paraguay, to focus on exploring alternatives for Colombia to advance on clean energy policies.
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