Air-e announced a series of measures aimed at preventing a potential "social crisis" due to soaring energy prices.
Read moreThe government and the governors of the Caribbean departments have agreed to jointly establish a new company dedicated to generating unconventional renewable energy.
Read moreAfter two years under President Gustavo Petro's administration, the progress in Colombia's mining and energy sector presents a mixed picture.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), in partnership with the Territorial Development Bank (Findeter), launched a new financing line for the "Energy Municipalities and Territories" strategy.
Read moreSeveral significant infrastructure projects in Atlántico and the Caribbean are currently in a state of limbo due to delays in obtaining environmental licenses necessary for their execution.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) unveiled ambitious measures aimed at accelerating the development of the hydrogen industry in the country.
Read moreThe Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad González, appointed Eduardo Verano de la Rosa, Governor of Atlántico, as Colombia's ambassador to the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16).
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), led by Andrés Camacho, announced the implementation of renewable energy plans in 15 Municipalities.
Read moreIn response to the challenging social situation caused by energy service continuity periods (designated hours for energy service provision) in Colombia’s Caribbean region, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), the Superintendence of Public Services, and the energy service provider Air-e have reached several agreements to address the issue.
Read moreAlexander López Maya, Director of the National Planning Department (DNP), called on all sectors of Colombian society—social, economic, and political—to allocate resources from the General Royalties System (SGR) towards implementing a new energy matrix model and environmental protection.
Read moreYesterday’s holiday in Colombia coincided with the two-year anniversary of Gustavo Petro’s presidency. We are now at the mid-way point in his period. He – and we – have two more years to go. How do we evaluate his midterm examinations?
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro declared that Colombia has the potential to become a global leader in clean energy due to its abundant natural resources: water, wind, and sun.
Read moreThe Unit of Mining and Energy Planning (UPME), led by Adrián Correa, announced a set of measures to boost offshore wind energy projects in maritime areas.
Read moreIn a concerted effort to transition towards a sustainable energy future, the Department of Cundinamarca held a technical roundtable to evaluate advancements in energy infrastructure and promote the use of clean energy.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) proposed a change in the indices used to calculate energy tariffs through the draft Resolution No. 701 055 of 2024. These indices aim to update service costs and maintain more accurate and stable tariffs for users.
Read moreThe winds onto the Caribbean coast of Colombia are among the strongest and most consistent in the world, averaging 10 meters per second. However, the strongest winds are found offshore in the Caribbean Sea.
Read moreClimate change has driven major companies with significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to compensate for their carbon footprint.
Read moreThe Controller General raised concerns about the aging state of Colombia's electrical system.
Read moreIn a striking statement, President Gustavo Petro criticized Colombia’s hydroelectric dams, comparing their business practices to those of infamous drug lord Pablo Escobar.
Read moreThe development of the green hydrogen industry in Colombia is advancing, as detailed by the Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Omar Andrés Camacho.
Read moreThe government announced the completion of the country's first sustainable energy municipality in Cumaribo, Vichada, which aims to benefit 1,350 families.
Read moreThe National Planning Department (DNP), the World Bank, and Universidad de los Andes confirmed the ideal region in Colombia to boost energy transition.
Read moreLaura Sarabia Torres, Director of the Administrative Department of the Presidency of the Republic (DAPRE), held meetings with representatives from Renault and the EDF Group as part of the Colombian government's strategy to revitalize the economy.
Read moreColombia's energy transition is gaining momentum with the integration of unconventional renewable technologies such as solar, wind, and geothermal. These efforts aim to diversify energy sources without compromising the reliability of an already clean energy system.
Read moreSandra Forero, a city council member from the Centro Democrático party, raised alarms about a potential blackout in Bogotá by 2025.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) is currently assessing the energy needs and supply capabilities for the upcoming years.
Read moreThe government is set to accelerate the approval process for energy transmission projects using a new "fast track" mechanism.
Read moreThe government and the Bogotá City Hall held a meeting to discuss the city's energy transition and the cost of energy tariffs.
Read moreEnergy companies, such as Isagen, indicated that the process of conducting prior consultations with ethnic communities for the development of wind projects is limiting the expected progress in the country's energy transition efforts.
Read moreThe government postulated a new candidate to be a commissioner of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG).
Read moreThe relationship between the mayors of municipalities in Atlántico and the energy company Air-e has become increasingly strained due to daily power suspension measures implemented because of low payment collection rates. However, an agreement was reached in recent days.
Read moreMinister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Omar Andrés Camacho, announced a new expert commissioner of the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG).
Read moreColombia's energy transition, a key ambition of President Gustavo Petro, faces several bottlenecks hindering the success of its clean energy policies. Despite launching significant solar and wind energy projects, the country has yet to fully capitalize on these initiatives.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) is making significant strides in the establishment and consolidation of the hydrogen hub in Antioquia.
Read moreMinister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, and Asocapitales Executive Director, Luz María Zapata, held a meeting to discuss proposals for the sustainable municipalities plan spearheaded by the entity.
Read moreA recent Financial Times Energy Source article describes a disastrous transition project from South Africa. Describing it as a “cautionary tale”, the FT story demonstrates the problems with accelerating the shift from fossil fuels before having all the pieces in place. Colombia can learn from it.
Read moreThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) officially declared the end of the El Niño phenomenon. While its effects might not be immediately visible, an official declaration requires specific conditions to be met over a designated period.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) has opened for comment resolution 701 054, which reintroduces the demand response (RD) mechanism. This mechanism was initially implemented during the El Niño phenomenon but was prematurely terminated.
Read moreIn its ongoing efforts to ensure the responsible use of radioactive materials within the national territory, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) issued new physical security guidelines for the use and storage of radioactive sources.
Read moreThe Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) announced a new Director.
Read moreOn May 13, 2014, Colombia’s Congress enacted Law 1715, aimed at promoting the utilization of unconventional energy sources, primarily renewables. The law also sought to foster investment, research, and development in clean energy technologies, energy efficiency, and demand response.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced the official establishment of the first National Committee of Public Service Users in Bogotá.
Read moreColombia boasts a diverse array of hydroelectric plants, each playing a vital role in the nation's energy landscape. From the massive Hidroituango to smaller yet significant facilities, these plants harness the power of the country's rivers to generate substantial amounts of electricity.
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Colombia's heavy reliance on hydroelectric power generation poses a medium-term risk as climate events like El Niño become more intense.
Read moreMedellín Mayor Federico Gutiérrez, along with 18 city council members, recently visited the Hidroituango hydroelectric project to observe the progress of its second construction phase, which includes the development of units 5 to 8.
Read moreMinister of Trade, Industry, and Tourism, Luis Carlos Reyes, outlined the Colombian government's comprehensive strategy aimed at economic reactivation and industrial revitalization.
Read moreLast week was the 30th anniversary of the enactment of the public services and electricity laws. These have been pivotal in improving service coverage across various sectors. However, this progress is under a cloud of uncertainty due to a proposed reform by the current government.
Read moreA recent study conducted by researchers in energy economics for Colombia's central bank has analyzed the effects of the El Niño climate phenomenon on retail electricity prices. Given Colombia's heavy reliance on hydroelectric power, these findings are particularly significant.
Read moreThe government announced the nomination of a new expert for the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG).
Read moreThe Colombian government, led by President Gustavo Petro, announced significant progress on the reform of public services.
Read moreThe government launched the Sustainable Energy Municipalities program.
Read moreThe Petro administration's policy of no new hydrocarbon exploration contracts has ignited debates about the future of Colombia's energy sovereignty.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro has pointed fingers at judicial and political obstacles for stalling efforts to lower energy tariffs in Colombia.
Read moreIn recent weeks, Colombia's Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG) has been at the center of controversy.
Read moreThe Center for Renewable Energy and Water Studies (Ceera) has expressed concern over the current situation facing the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG).
Read moreFollowing a recent ruling by Colombia’s State Council that invalidated Omar Fredy Prías's appointment as an expert commissioner and executive director of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG), Prías announced he is conducting a thorough legal review of the decision's implications.
Read moreThe Inspector General requested that the Administrative Court of Cundinamarca initiate contempt proceedings against President Gustavo Petro and Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) Omar Andrés Camacho for failing to appoint commissioners to the Energy and Gas Regulation Commission (CREG).
Read moreColombia achieved a significant milestone in its renewable energy sector by surpassing 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar power in commercial operation.
Read moreThe State Council annulled the appointment of Omar Prías as the Executive Director of the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG). Prías had been in the position since November 2023.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) published resolution 40225, proposing significant changes to the electricity sector to reduce energy tariffs—a major concern for the government.
Read moreColombian President Gustavo Petro launched a scathing critique against the mayors of the Caribbean region, questioning their inaction in implementing clean energy solutions.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro of Colombia urged his new cabinet members to intensify efforts in advancing the environmental agenda, aiming to secure a "Marshall Plan" for environmental initiatives at COP16.
Read moreDespite ongoing meetings and announcements, the high electricity tariffs in the Caribbean region of Colombia remain a significant issue. The crisis may worsen due to a budget shortfall, potentially halting subsidies for lower-income households by August.
Read moreThe Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, received a significant mandate from the ethnic communities of the Sierra Nevada and Serranía del Perijá subregion. This was the outcome of the First Intercultural Energy Summit held on June 27 and 28, 2024.
Read moreAs discussions on the public utilities sector loom on the horizon, the government of Gustavo Petro is preparing to introduce a major reform, a key campaign promise. With less than a month before the proposed legislation is debated, stakeholders in the system are already hinting at what the reform should include.
Read moreThe Inspector General formally requested the Administrative Court of Cundinamarca to initiate contempt proceedings against President Gustavo Petro and the Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho.
Read moreDuring the twenty-sixth Andesco Congress in Cartagena, Acueducto y Alcantarillado de Bogotá (EAAB), Enel Colombia, and Vanti reaffirmed their commitment to the Alliance for Public Service Integrity until 2027.
Read moreThe Colombian government admitted that the long-promised reform of public services is still in progress, despite being announced a year ago.
Read moreMinister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, shared an update on his ministry's efforts.
Read moreThe debate over the regulation proposed by the Colombian government for energy communities is gaining momentum.
Read moreThe 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.
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