The energy sector in Colombia has been vocal about the need to stabilize the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG), which has faced almost two years of uncertainty with interim members unable to create the necessary regulations for the country's energy supply challenges.
Read moreThe governor of Atlántico, Eduardo Verano, is stepping in to address a critical situation affecting at least eight municipalities in the region.
Read moreThe National Knowledge Network for a Fair Energy Transition (RedTEJ) is a participatory platform that promotes knowledge management for a fair energy transition through governance exercises and collaborative work.
Read moreThe Ministry of Finance (MinHacienda), the National Planning Department (DNP), the National University of Colombia (UNAL), and the French Development Agency (AFD) are set to launch the book, "Modeling Low-Carbon Transitions in Colombia: Macro-Financial Opportunities and Risks – Applications of the GEMMES Model."
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) is working on designing market mechanisms to ensure return on investment for offshore wind energy projects that obtain a Temporary Occupation Permit.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro announced upcoming changes to his cabinet, with as many as seven ministries expected to see new leadership in the coming days. Among these is rumored to be the Ministry of Energy and Mines, currently led by Andrés Camacho.
Read moreThe recent proposal by Colombia's Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) to establish a maximum price cap in the energy market has sparked considerable debate and concern among industry stakeholders.
Read moreIn recent days, President Gustavo Petro signalled a significant cabinet reshuffle, potentially affecting nearly half of his ministers.
Read moreCali, set to host the COP16 summit on October 21, faces mounting security challenges as violence intensifies in nearby areas, casting a shadow over one of Colombia's most significant international events of the year.
Read moreThe papers all say Andrés Camacho will soon leave his post of MinEnergia and even name his replacement. At the risk of President Gustavo Petro changing his – or Camacho’s – mind at the last minute, we reflect on the minister’s brief passage for the role.
Read moreColombia secured the fifth position in Latin America for its advancements in energy transition, following Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, and Uruguay, according to the latest Energy Transition Index (ETI) released by the World Economic Forum (WEF).
Read moreThe Controller General issued a report outlining significant challenges faced by the Colombian government's solar projects.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro and his government face an imminent deadline to permanently appoint expert commissioners to the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (Creg) after months of interim appointments.
Read moreCarlos Adrián Correa Flórez, Director of the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME), shared details about the government's ambitious plans for electric power transmission.
Read moreIn a recent report, councilman Juan David Quintero of Nuevo Liberalismo warned that Bogotá may face severe energy rationing by 2025 to prevent blackouts.
Read moreWith abundant wind and solar resources, Colombia is committed to decarbonizing its economy, and the Caribbean region is positioning itself as a hub for clean energy in the country.
Read moreCarlos Grateron, Technical Director of the National Federation of Biofuels (Fedebiocombustibles), declared that Colombia leads the world in carbon footprint reduction.
Read moreJuan Ricardo Ortega, President of Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB), announced that the company is moving forward with an appeal to the National Authority for Environmental Licenses (ANLA) following the denial of critical aspects needed for the environmental license of the Colectora project.
Read moreThe Development Bank of Latin America (CAF) presented its economy and development report titled "Fair Energy Transition for Sustainable Development."
Read moreFollowing the closure of two of the largest coal mines in Cesar in 2021, Hilda Arrieta is left pondering the future, as La Loma, a district of El Paso with over 25,000 residents, offers employment primarily in mining.
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Colombia’s carbon tax is a mere US$6 per ton of CO2equivalent, perhaps a useful source revenue but hardly a disincentive. What would an effective tax look like?
Read moreCarlos Amaya, President of the National Federation of Departments (FND) and Governor of Boyacá, issued a call to President Petro's government.
Read moreIn a significant step towards enhancing transportation technology and safety, the Ministry of Transport (MinTransporte) and the Swedish government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on smart mobility, aviation technologies, and road safety.
Read moreThe Colombian government, alongside the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), recently hosted a seminar to unveil key adjustments to the offshore wind round.
Read moreThe Vision Caribe 2052 Forum, held in Montería, brought together key players from the public and private sectors to discuss critical issues related to the energy future of the Caribbean and the rest of the country, taking the pulse of new perspectives towards regional autonomy.
Read moreIn a recent forum titled "Building a Sustainable Country," financial experts gathered to discuss the challenges and opportunities surrounding new investment models, with a particular focus on the environmental impact of businesses and the need for sustainable financial capital.
Read moreThe National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) presented a comprehensive roadmap for Colombia's energy transition, emphasizing gradual decarbonization and sustainable development.
Read moreIn the latest expansion plan for energy generation through 2037, Colombia's Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) projects that the total installed capacity of the generation system will increase considerably in coming years.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) published a draft decree to amend Chapter 2, Title II, Part 2, Book 2 of Decree 1073 of 2015.
Read moreThe Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), along with the Maritime General Directorate (Dimar) and the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH), will introduce a new proposal with regulatory modifications for the country's first Offshore Wind Energy Auction.
Read moreReaders of our sister publication, Hydrocarbons Colombia, know the ANH well. The National Hydrocarbons Agency regulates the oil and gas business: high-level prospecting, assigning blocks, writing contracts with companies, policing those contracts, collecting royalties and other so-called “economic rights of the nation”. In his CREG-less vision of the future, President Gustavo Petro sees an expanded role for the ANH.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced the official inauguration of the H2-Diplo office, marking a significant step in the country's efforts to advance green hydrogen production.
Read moreThe meteorological phenomenon La Niña is set to return, bringing cooler temperatures following a period of El Niño, which, coupled with climate change, led to record heat levels in 2023.
Read moreThe National Environmental Licensing Agency (ANLA) announced a significant measure to recognize the Cesar Governor's Office as a third-party intervenor in multiple national interest projects.
Read moreGovernor Eduardo Verano of the Atlantic Region, speaking at the ACP Sustainability Congress, outlined initiatives in renewable energy being spearheaded in the department, aiming for an energy transition with projects such as a port for green hydrogen and wind energy.
Read moreThe countries of the Andean Community (CAN)—Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru—have taken a significant step towards establishing a regional electric market.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG), in its session No. 131, approved a draft resolution for public consultation.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), along with the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME), the National Association of Public Utilities and Communications Companies (Andesco), and the Territorial Development Finance Company (Findeter), presented the 10th Energy Efficiency Award in Colombia.
Read moreThe Executive Director of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG), Omar Prías, expressed his concern over the normal functioning of the entity due to the lack of formal appointments of expert commissioners by President Gustavo Petro.
Read moreWith the issuance of Resolution CREG 101-043 on April 25, 2024, the Mining-Energy Planning Unit (UPME) anticipates a significant increase in applications for tax incentives related to demand response initiatives.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro Urrego swore-in Luis Gilberto Murillo Urrutia as Colombia’s new Foreign Minister, assigning him the critical task of creating an interconnected electric energy network to help the US transition towards a decarbonized economy.
Read moreLa Guajira, one of Colombia's most diverse regions, is a paradox of cultural richness and significant unmet needs.
Read moreSusana Muhamad, Colombia's Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development (MinAmbiente), met with countries that have pledged to the treaty on non-proliferation of fossil fuels.
Read moreColombia signed the ‘Zero Emission Vehicles Declaration,’ committing to accelerate the transition to zero-emission cars, SUVs, and light trucks (vehicles with a gross weight of less than 3,500 kg).
Read moreOrlando Velandia, president of the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH), confirmed the agency's plans to advance renewable energy efforts, focusing on the potential of white (naturally occurring) hydrogen in Colombia.
Read moreThe National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) has once again postponed the timeline for the qualification stage of interested parties for offshore wind energy.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergja) is pushing for changes to the rules governing energy self-generation and marginal production, as well as green hydrogen, aiming to make these sectors more competitive.
Read moreThe El Niño phenomenon placed Colombia's energy and mining sector in a precarious situation regarding energy generation.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) released a draft resolution outlining the criteria and minimum requirements for the construction of electricity and gas projects under the "Work for Taxes" mechanism.
Read moreMinister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, delved into Colombia's strides toward energy transition, underlining the significance of community participation.
Read moreDirector of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG), Omar Prias, recently highlighted concrete measures being implemented to promote energy transition and encourage active user participation in the market.
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Now that El Niño fades in the rearview mirror (really?) questions arise about the next climate event and whether Colombia has enough of a pipeline for new capacity to handle it.
Read moreThe Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) issued a warning that Colombia could face an energy deficit by the end of 2028.
Read moreIn a bid to combat climate change, the Colombian government under President Gustavo Petro is aiming to boost the use of electric taxis. This ambitious initiative, however, will require significant financial resources.
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Coal played a crucial role in preventing a blackout in Colombia, according to statements from Fenalcarbón and Andeg.
Read moreCarlos Adrián Correa, Director of the Mining-Energy Planning Unit (UPME), indicated that Colombia is not on track to meet its decarbonization goals set for 2030 and 2050.
Read moreThe Institute of Planning and Promotion of Energy Solutions (IPSE) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) launched a hybrid power generation plant in Casuarito, a district of Puerto Carreño in Vichada.
Read moreTensions escalated during the recent meeting of the technical committee for tariff reduction in the Caribbean region due to diverging positions between the government of President Gustavo Petro and other stakeholders, hindering any agreement among the parties involved.
Read moreFinance Minister Ricardo Bonilla has announced that the government will allocate resources to start paying the tariff option.
Read moreHidroituango stands as one of the nation's most significant energy generation projects to date, currently supplying 8% of the country's energy consumption.
Read moreThe Unit of Mining and Energy Planning (UPME) continues its efforts to expand connections to Colombia's national electrical grid.
Read moreA tender aims to strengthen the development of the Colombian energy sector through the financing of R&D projects that contribute to the generation of new geoscientific and technological knowledge.
Read moreBarranquilla recently hosted the "Seventh Latam Renewables Meeting and Fair," where experts discussed the sector's challenges and opportunities for 2024.
Read moreBarranquilla Mayor Alejandro Char, President Gustavo Petro, and Interior Minister Luis Fernando Velasco held a meeting at the Naval Base in the capital of Atlántico, discussing various topics including renewable energy and healthcare for Barranquilleros.
Read moreAs the El Niño phenomenon gradually recedes, Colombia's electric generation companies navigated through critical moments amidst looming energy rationing concerns.
Read moreDuring the Sixth XM Forum, Colombia's Deputy Minister of Energy, Javier Campillo, announced the timeline for achieving the government's goal of fully integrating 6 gigawatts (GW) of unconventional renewable energies into the country's energy matrix.
Read moreThe Colombian Government announced a potentially game-changing move to alleviate the burden of high energy tariffs for users in the Caribbean region.
Read moreColombia's Minister of Mines and Energy, Omar Andrés Camacho Morales, was summoned by President Gustavo Petro for a "talking to" regarding his performance as head of one of the country's most important ministries.
Read moreIrene Vélez, former Minister of Mines and Energy during President Gustavo Petro's administration until July 2023, is set to be sworn in as the consul of Colombia in London.
Read moreAndrés Camacho, Minister of Mines and Energy, shed light on the government's energy policies under President Gustavo Petro, emphasizing the transition towards renewable energy sources and tariff-related issues.
Read moreThe State Council issued yet another call to President Gustavo Petro to proceed with the appointment, "as soon as possible," of the six commissioners still missing from the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG).
Read moreThe resumption of energy exports to Ecuador has raised eyebrows in Colombia, particularly among energy consumer groups like Asoenergía.
Read moreColombia’s president, Gustavo Petro, extended an invitation to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to participate in the development of clean energy projects in La Guajira, particularly in the realm of green hydrogen.
Read moreEnvironmental licenses remain a significant obstacle for various energy projects in Colombia, posing challenges for the industry and its stakeholders and becoming a major cause of delays, ultimately jeopardizing the country's energy security.
Read moreEcuador's Acting Minister of Energy and Mines, Roberto Luque, announced the suspension of an electrical interconnection between Ecuador and Colombia amid the halt of exports of this nature between the two countries. This interruption in electrical exchange was justified by the low levels of reservoirs in both Colombia and Ecuador. However, service was recently reestablished.
Read moreColombia emerges as a potential leader in the global energy transition, leveraging its abundant natural resources.
Read moreFormer ministers and experts issued a strong rebuke against recent remarks made by the Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, concerning the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG).
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) announced that, due to recent changes in weather conditions, the program incentivizing efficient energy use by consumers is being terminated prematurely.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) and the Institute for Planning and Promotion of Energy Solutions (IPSE) officially opened a solar power plant in the rural area of Puerto Cachicamo, located in the municipality of San José del Guaviare, Guaviare.
Read moreIn a recent interview, Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, responded to industry criticisms regarding the handling of the energy crisis, asserting that the government has been actively involved for over a year.
Read moreIn a significant move towards promoting sustainable and efficient transportation models, the Colombian government recently announced decree 0510 of 2024.
Read moreThe outlook for renewable energy in Colombia is promising, as it reflects a significant proportion of these alternatives, signaling a commitment to transitioning towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy system.
Read moreThe government is spearheading a fair, sustainable, and gradual energy transition for Colombia, aiming to ensure the country's energy sovereignty, access to energy, and clear actions to tackle climate change.
Read moreColombia's energy landscape is undergoing scrutiny as stakeholders explore avenues to bolster the National Interconnected System (SIN) and avert crises like the current one with El Niño.
Read moreMinister of Environment (MinAmbiente) Susana Muhamad emphasized the proactive and anticipatory management of the El Niño phenomenon based on data and observations from May 2023.
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The International Energy Agency (IEA) published the Global EV Outlook 2024 with comment about Colombia.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) took center stage in London at the "Colombia Sustainable Investment Roadshow 2024," hailed as a premier event promoting Colombia as an investment destination.
Read moreThe government's resolutions under Petro's administration to tackle the shortage of electricity in the country have also become subject to legal challenges before the State Council.
Read moreSusana Muhamad, the Minister of Environment (MinAmbiente), announced an investment for the restauration of the Sumapaz water corridor.
Read moreThe Ministry of Energy (MinEnergia) and the Ministry of Environment (MinAmbiente) unveiled the latest results of their strategy to counteract the effects of the El Niño phenomenon in the country.
Read moreDuring the seventh Latin American Renewable Energy Meeting and Fair held at the Puerta de Oro, Caribbean Events Center in Barranquilla, Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy, Javier Campillo, issued a stern warning about the state of Colombia's energy system.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) released a draft decree aimed at establishing interoperability conditions for public access charging stations for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
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As Colombia grapples with a looming energy crisis exacerbated by the El Niño phenomenon, calls for urgent conservation measures are growing louder.
Read moreDuring growing concerns over potential blackouts, Laura Sarabia, Chief of Staff to President Gustavo Petro, announced actions to face the current energy crisis.
Read moreThe Inspector General’s Office made a petition to the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia).
Read moreDuring a geography lecture at the La Boétie Institute in France, environmental activist and professor Andrés Malm praised the government of Gustavo Petro for positioning Colombia as a pioneer in environmental conservation efforts.
Read moreFollowing a meeting convened by President Gustavo Petro with the country's mining-energy sector at Casa de Nariño, the CREG hinted at potential energy rationing for Colombia.
Read moreThe global shift towards sustainable energy is marked by a transition from fossil fuels to primarily renewable energy sources.
Read moreAmid the recent announcement from Bogotá's Mayor's Office about water rationing, concerns about the country's water and energy reservoirs have surged.
Read moreThe Inspector General recently voiced concerns over the country's energy situation.
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