The National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) has taken a significant step in advancing the country’s renewable energy transition by preliminarily qualifying eight companies for its first Offshore Wind Energy Round.
Read moreEnel Colombia, through its Enel Green Power division, has officially launched Guayepo I & II, the largest centralized solar park in South America and a milestone for Colombia's energy transition.
Read moreColombia's solar energy sector is surging, achieving remarkable growth with over 1,900 MW of renewable capacity now operational, largely driven by solar power projects. However, the progress in wind energy lags significantly.
Read moreRenewable energy is on the rise in Colombia, signaling a shift towards a more diversified and sustainable energy matrix.
Read moreExperts from the energy sector recently discussed the complex journey of Colombia’s energy transition during a forum organized by Cambio. HCC attended the event and here is a summary of the meeting.
Read moreThe development of renewable energy projects, especially solar power, has become crucial for Colombia’s energy diversification and sustainability goals. However, delays in permits and infrastructure have hindered progress, affecting the country’s ability to meet its energy demands effectively.
Read moreAs climate change continues to reshape ecosystems worldwide, the need for advanced monitoring solutions becomes increasingly critical.
Read moreThe Caribbean Sea off Colombia’s coast is drawing the attention of major global players in offshore wind energy.
Read moreThe largest independent solar project in Colombia, ‘Proyecto Solar Puerta de Oro’, has secured significant financial backing.
Read moreColombia is taking significant strides toward an energy transition, focusing on hydrogen, biomass, geothermal, tidal, wind, and solar energy, as outlined in the National Development Plan (PND).
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COP16 in Cali was a great success for the city and for MinAmbiente Susana Muhamad. However, given that it ended without a consensus declaration, it failed to achieve its ultimate purpose. But lots of groups had lots to say and some of these were relevant for green power and for Colombia.
Read moreThe transition to green fuels in the maritime industry is currently stymied by their high costs compared to traditional fossil fuels.
Read moreGreenYellow Colombia and Cemex Colombia have officially inaugurated a new solar carport, a solar system with a capacity of 131 kilowatts peak.
Read moreIn Brazil’s Amazon, companies like Mombak and re.green are using reforestation projects to restore degraded land, driven by growing demand for carbon credits.
Read moreDuring the inauguration of the Palmaseca Solar Farm in Palmira, Valle del Cauca, Colombia’s Minister of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia), Andrés Camacho, announced the government’s ambitious goal of having 100 solar energy parks operational by the end of 2024.
Read moreUnconventional renewable energy sources are becoming more familiar to the public and are now seen as a viable alternative for managing energy demand. This shift is helping Colombia transition toward a more decentralized energy market.
Read moreRenewable energy is experiencing a boom in the Global South, with solar and wind power expanding at a faster rate than in wealthier nations.
Read moreHydrogen project development is gaining momentum worldwide, and Colombia is no exception.
Read moreThe Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) announced that a new decree aimed at facilitating energy self-generation in the country is set to be signed soon.
Read moreA new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) reveals that renewable energy, led by solar power, is on track to meet nearly half of global electricity demand by the end of this decade.
Read moreInstalling solar panels at home can lead to savings of up to 90% on electricity costs, making renewable energy an increasingly attractive option for households and businesses alike.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) released a draft decree to modify Decree 1073 of 2015, which addresses geothermal energy development for electricity generation.
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The Colombian government and Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) inaugurated the La Cira Infantas solar farm in Barrancabermeja, Santander.
Read moreIn response to concerns raised by Colombia's intersectoral energy committee (comprising Andesco, Alcogen, Andeg, Asocodis, Naturgas, and SER Colombia), the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) issued a detailed statement addressing the challenges facing the country’s energy sector.
Read moreColombia is positioning itself as a key player in the global clean hydrogen market, leveraging its vast renewable energy resources.
Read morePresident Gustavo Petro reaffirmed his commitment to renewable energy as a vital alternative for Colombia’s future.
Read moreLa Guajira department, located at the northern tip of Colombia, has high potential for transitioning to renewable energy, particularly wind energy.
Read moreThe Financiera de Desarrollo Nacional (FDN), a state-owned development bank under Colombia’s Bicentenario Group, received approval to secure external financing of up to US$138.5M to fund renewable energy projects.
Read moreIn a pioneering move for the region, a small store in Soledad, Atlántico, has become the first to operate entirely on solar energy.
Read moreColombia is advancing in green hydrogen production, with successful pilot projects by EPM, Promigas, and Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC). These initiatives, utilizing renewable energy, aim to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and position the country as a leader in sustainable energy innovation.
Read moreIn a major milestone for sustainable energy in Colombia, two of the five projected solar farms in Barranquilla have been approved, marking the launch of the "Energy Communities in Barranquilla" initiative.
Read moreIn just one month, Barranquilla will introduce a groundbreaking clean energy project at the Los Pocitos Environmental Park landfill.
Read moreBogotá’s mayor, Carlos Fernando Galán, expressed concern over a potential energy crisis facing the capital in the coming years.
Read moreThe Colombian government introduced a new financing initiative to improve housing with renewable energy solutions, specifically solar power.
Read moreRodrigo Negrete, the Director of ANLA, made an important announcement during the opening of the First International ANLA Congress 2024, held at the Félix Restrepo Auditorium at Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá.
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A couple of weeks ago, ACIEM, the Colombian engineers’ association, held its annual ENERCOL energy conference and National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH), Orlando Velandia gave the closing remarks. He said a couple of things that seem to go against the grain of conventional wisdom.
Read moreKaren Peralta, Executive Director of the Hydrogen Chamber of ANDI and Naturgas, will lead Colombia’s efforts to tackle challenges in optimizing hydrogen production in the coming years.
Read moreDuring the annual Andi Congress, Minister of Environment (MinAmbiente), Susana Muhamad, praised the private sector’s dedication to preparing for the upcoming COP16 Climate Change Conference.
Read moreThe inaugural solar energy project involving an indigenous community in Colombia is making significant progress toward implementation.
Read moreColombia is making significant strides in its energy transformation, particularly with green hydrogen (H2).
Read moreJens Godtfredsen, the new Danish ambassador to Colombia, shared insights into Denmark’s energy transition journey and how Denmark aims to support Colombia in its energy transition efforts.
Read moreExperts in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability gathered at the Valle del Pacífico Events Center for the latest edition of Bi-ON, a key energy sector event led by the Cali Chamber of Commerce.
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Some analysts think there will not be enough generating capacity to satisfy demand as early as 2025. The Minister, unsurprisingly, assures that there will be. Obviously both demand and supply will determine what happens and both are highly uncertain.
Read moreCelsia has begun the construction of three solar farms in Valledupar.
Read moreColombia is poised to take a leadership role in the clean energy transition in Latin America, as highlighted by the recent release of the report titled "Mobilizing Investments for Clean Energy in Colombia."
Read moreThe Colombian government is working to reactivate a decree that would eliminate tariffs on sustainable vehicles, a move seen as pivotal in driving economic recovery and attracting foreign investment.
Read moreSolar energy has emerged as a crucial ally in reducing the carbon footprint of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Read moreDuring the Economic Reactivation Forum, the Colombian government unveiled strategies aimed at reviving the energy sector, emphasizing a commitment to non-conventional renewable energy sources.
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 moreThe upcoming 2024 Andeg Forum, organized by the National Association of Generating Companies (Andeg), will focus on ensuring reliable energy generation in Colombia.
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), 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 moreClimate change has driven major companies with significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to compensate for their carbon footprint.
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 moreThe government is set to accelerate the approval process for energy transmission projects using a new "fast track" mechanism.
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) is making significant strides in the establishment and consolidation of the hydrogen hub in Antioquia.
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No this isn’t a Moiré pattern and you are not expected to see John Lennon’s ghost or something like that if you squint at it long enough or under the influence of an inappropriate substance (legal or otherwise). It also isn’t a picture of some fabric design you saw one Sunday at the flea market in Usaquen.
Read moreThe government launched the Sustainable Energy Municipalities program.
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Although XM has not published demand statistics for June, we do have the official summary of supply / generation. As El Niño came to a slow end, someone in authority decided it was over at the end of April and thermoelectric generation fell dramatically. We also check the solar statistics to confirm the positive press releases that came out last week.
Read moreColombia achieved a significant milestone in its renewable energy sector by surpassing 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar power in commercial operation.
Read moreEnlaza, a subsidiary of Grupo Energía Bogotá (GEB), is making significant strides towards enhancing Colombia's energy infrastructure with the Colectora transmission project.
Read moreColombia has taken another significant step towards renewable energy with the inauguration of a new solar park in El Copey, Cesar.
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 moreSpanish company Solarpack announced the inauguration of its La Unión solar park in Montería, Córdoba.
Read moreThe Controller General issued a report outlining significant challenges faced by the Colombian government's solar projects.
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 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.
Read moreIn the southern department of Cauca, Colombia, a significant step towards sustainable energy has been initiated with the construction of the Granja Solar Las Marías.
Read moreCarlos Amaya, President of the National Federation of Departments (FND) and Governor of Boyacá, issued a call to President Petro's government.
Read moreThe Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) released the third edition of its Green Future Index 2023, an annual comparative ranking of 76 territories based on their ability to develop sustainable and low-carbon futures for their economies and societies.
Read moreThe Ministry of Environment (MinAmbiente) announced an important decision to advance with the Colectora Transmission Line project.
Read moreAES Colombia announced the suspension of operations at the Chivor Hydroelectric Plant in response to unprecedented flooding caused by intense and continuous rainfall in southeastern Boyacá.
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 moreIn a significant step towards sustainability and carbon neutrality, Alpina announced the launch of its first solar farm in Sopó, Colombia.
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 moreJohn Maya Salazar, General Manager of EPM, revealed the company's new plans to use hydrogen in cooking across Colombia for food preparation during the Hombro a Hombro panel discussion at the Innovation Land Summit 2024, organized by ANDI.
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El Niño made it clear that Colombia needs more, non-hydro, generating capacity as climate change increases the risk of drought. Government policy and good environmental stewardship say that will not be thermal. But if the answer says “other nature-based renewables” then the country risks trading one type of variability for another. We looked at XM data from 2023 to see what we could learn.
Read moreGreenYellow inaugurated the Coveñas Solar Park at Ocensa's hydrocarbons transport terminal, a subsidiary of Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC).
Read moreThe Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MinCiencias), in collaboration with the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH), launched a new program to bolster the development of the country's energy sector.
Read moreLa Guajira, one of Colombia's most diverse regions, is a paradox of cultural richness and significant unmet needs.
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 moreIn Bogotá, transportation trends have shifted dramatically in recent years.
Read moreThe National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) has once again postponed the timeline for the qualification stage of interested parties for offshore wind energy.
Read moreEDP Renewables is currently constructing the Alpha and Beta wind farms in La Guajira, which, with a combined installed capacity of 504MW, will be the largest in Colombia.
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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.
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On May 30, Colombia will host the 'GlobalHydro Forum: Energy Transition with Small Hydroelectric Plants (SHP) – Innovation and Digitalization,' bringing together experts and leaders from the global energy sector to promote sustainable hydroelectric energy development, with a special focus on Colombia.
Read moreDespite the abundance of solar energy reaching Earth, only a meager 15% of it is harnessed by the global population.
Read moreIn Villa Rica, Cauca, a significant step towards sustainable energy was taken with the inauguration of a solar farm at one of Harinera del Valle’s plants.
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Our recent article about the viability of renewable energy investments leaned heavily on Levelized Cost of Energy or LCOE and, coincidentally, the Energy Institute (EI) updated its LCOE estimates for a range of technologies. For comparison and for local flavor, we found the UPME LCOE’s on the website (with some questions pending) and the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) estimates.
Read moreColombia is making significant strides in adopting electric buses, with a fleet of 1,590 electric buses out of a total of approximately 13,890 buses, according to a study by E-Bus Radar.
Read moreBarranquilla recently hosted the "Seventh Latam Renewables Meeting and Fair," where experts discussed the sector's challenges and opportunities for 2024.
Read moreEcopetrol (NYSE: EC) is considering its potential direct participation in the country's first offshore wind energy auction.
Read moreIn the race towards a more sustainable energy future, blue hydrogen emerged as a protagonist with immense potential.
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 moreAt the end of February, we wrote about the importance of storage for highly variable renewable energy sources especially solar whose efficiency depends on latitude, location and sun’s angle to generate energy. And we noted the importance of finding greener solutions than the existing lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries to do this. In the meantime, we found a company in Panama selling a supercapacitor-based storage solution that meets these challenges.
Read moreSchrader Camargo announced that it will be responsible for constructing what is considered Colombia's second largest solar plant.
Read moreThe pursuit of energy self-sufficiency and environmental preservation stands as top priorities on Colombia's agenda. In this light, the first round for the allocation of blocks for offshore wind energy generation has sparked deep national and international interest.
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