Colombia has taken a decisive step in its clean energy transition with the creation of the Optimized Design Solar Environmental License (LASolar), a new regulatory framework that streamlines environmental approvals for solar projects between 10 and 100 megawatts (MW).
Read moreColombia has just taken a major step toward a cleaner energy future. EDF Power Solutions and Refocosta have inaugurated Refoenergy Villanueva, the country’s largest wood-biomass power plant, a facility that will provide renewable, low-carbon energy to the national grid while fostering sustainable rural development.
Read moreBarranquilla has officially joined Colombia’s race to harness offshore wind energy.
Read moreColombia’s Ministry of Finance (MinHacienda) authorized Interconexión Eléctrica S.A. (ISA) to manage internal public debt operations with its subsidiary Transelca, through two separate resolutions issued on October 7, 2025.
Read moreThe Colombian government is moving forward with plans to update the national electricity pricing formula, aiming to ensure greater fairness and stability in tariffs across the country.
Read moreThe Colombian government announced new measures to ensure the country’s energy stability following the extended maintenance of the SPEC regasification terminal, a key facility for supplying natural gas to the national grid, particularly in the Caribbean 2 region.
Read moreColombian President Gustavo Petro publicly criticized Empresas Públicas de Medellín (EPM), alleging a failure to provide potable water to several neighborhoods in Medellín.
Read moreDespite recent optimism from the government, Colombia remains far from meeting the core requirements to become a full member of the International Energy Agency (IEA), one of the world’s most influential energy organizations.
Read moreColombia and the European Union (EU) reaffirmed their strategic partnership this week during the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, in a high-level meeting between President Gustavo Petro and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Read moreThe Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) authorized 45 generation, self-generation, and cogeneration projects across Colombia to temporarily deliver surplus energy to the National Interconnected System (SIN).
Read moreThe Ministry of Mines and Energy (MinEnergia) commended the operational efficiency of Afinia, following a supervisory visit to the company’s Control Center over the weekend.
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In this quarter’s wrap up of public-transport-related news, we discuss commuter projects in Bogotá, Medellín and Cali. We also talk about financing at the regional, national and Latin America levels.
Read moreDuring his official visit to Europe, Colombian President Gustavo Petro met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, calling for greater European investment in South America, particularly to accelerate the development of clean energy projects across the region.
Read moreColombia’s Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) unveiled a detailed roadmap to connect offshore wind projects to the national grid within three years, through Circular 070, marking a decisive step in the country’s offshore wind development strategy.
Read moreFormer Environment Minister Carlos Eduardo Correa Escaf is calling for a radical rethink of how Colombia’s Caribbean region powers its future, urging cities like Barranquilla, Cartagena, and Riohacha to turn their abundant sunlight into economic strength through local energy independence.
Read moreIn a landmark move for regional cooperation, Colombia and Chile signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen energy integration and accelerate the transition toward clean and sustainable energy sources across Latin America.
Read moreColombia’s first offshore wind auction, officially launched during COP-28 in 2023, has entered its defining stage after nearly two years of regulatory fine-tuning and technical adjustments.
Read moreAfter weeks of public criticism from President Gustavo Petro, energy system operator XM released the results of an independent audit showing no regulatory breaches during 2022 and 2023.
Read moreColombia’s National Disaster Risk Management Unit (UNGRD) announced that the country’s flagship hydroelectric project, Hidroituango, will be a focal point in this year’s National Emergency Drill, set for October 22.
Read moreColombia’s energy sector is sounding the alarm: without rapid action, the country could face power shortages and rolling blackouts by 2026.
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