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Ministerial Resolution No. 572-2010-Mem/Dm - National Plan Of Rural Electrification 2011-2020, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas - Perú
Ministerial Resolution No. 572-2010-Mem/Dm - National Plan Of Rural Electrification 2011-2020, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas - Perú
Latin American Energy Policies
Approves the National Plan of Rural Electrification of Peru for the period 2011-2020 (PNER).
Ministerial Resolution No. 573-2010-Mem/Dm - Short Term Plan For The National Plan Of Rural Electrification, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas - Perú
Ministerial Resolution No. 573-2010-Mem/Dm - Short Term Plan For The National Plan Of Rural Electrification, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas - Perú
Latin American Energy Policies
Approves Per's Short Term Plan for the National Plan of Rural Electrification for the period 2011-2020.
How Viable Are Biofuels In The Aviation Industry?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
How Viable Are Biofuels In The Aviation Industry?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
TAM Airlines, Brazil's largest carrier, announced Nov. 23 that it successfully conducted an experimental 45-minute flight off the coast of Rio de Janeiro using a 50 percent blend of locally sourced Brazilian jatropha-based bio-kerosene and conventional aviation kerosene. A joint project between TAM, Airbus and CFM International, the flight was the first flown in Latin America and the sixth worldwide since 2008 to use aviation biofuel. How viable are biofuels as a commercial alternative to traditional kerosene in the aviation industry? What environmental advantages or disadvantages do they pose? How advanced are safety standards for the use of biofuels or …
Organic Law Of The Electric System And Service, Presidente De La República
Organic Law Of The Electric System And Service, Presidente De La República
Latin American Energy Policies
Establishes the dispositions that will regulate the electric system and the electric service in the country, as well as the international energy exchange through the activities of generation, transmission, distribution and marketing, according to the National Electric System Development Plan and the Economic and Social Development Plan. Art. 21 states that the National Electric System Development Plan will have as one of it's goal the promotion of the use of renewable, alternative and environmentally friendly energy sources.
National Plan Of Rural Electrification (Pner) 2011-2020, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
National Plan Of Rural Electrification (Pner) 2011-2020, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This Plan seeks to supply electricity to towns in rural areas of Peru as means to contribute to their socio-economic development, mitigate poverty, improve their quality of life and deter the migration from the country to the cities. The document outlines ways in which this would be achieved through the formulation of studies that allow the development of renewable energy (hydraulic, solar and wind) and the updating of the designs of the rural electric systems; as well as giving priority to projects based on the use of renewable energy sources; and the formulation of the Renewable Energy Master Plan.
Energy Policy, Consejo Nacional De Energía
Energy Policy, Consejo Nacional De Energía
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
The goals of this policy are the expansion of the electric capacity and coverage, through efficiency, optimization and savings factors; to reduce the dependency on energy produced from oil and its by-products, encouraging renewable energy sources.
Short Term Plan For The National Plan Of Rural Electrification 2011-2020, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Short Term Plan For The National Plan Of Rural Electrification 2011-2020, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This Plan is based on the National Plan of Rural Electrification 2011-2020 and contains the relation of projects located in the rural zones, isolated locations and on the border of the Country that are to be developed.
Argentina Promises Nuclear Power Surge, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
Argentina Promises Nuclear Power Surge, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
Left for decades on the proverbial back burner, Argentinas once cutting-edge but now very much dusty nuclear power sector is experiencing a real renaissance. For the first time in more than a quarter century, the country is preparing to open a new nuclear power plant, its third. More may be on the way as Argentina looks to ease its dependence on fossil fuels, particularly natural gas. Then a regional pioneer, Argentina opened South America's first nuclear power plant in 1974: the 335 megawatt Atucha I facility. Approximately 115 km northwest of Buenos Aires in the town of Lima, Atucha I …
Promotion Of The Public Participation In Renewable Energy Projects And Strengthening Of The Capacity Of Fonam, Fondo Nacional Del Ambiente
Promotion Of The Public Participation In Renewable Energy Projects And Strengthening Of The Capacity Of Fonam, Fondo Nacional Del Ambiente
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Document shows the present state of renewable energies in Peru, the technologies that have been developed, legal aspects, barriers they face and the possible areas in which they can be developed as a business.
Biofuels Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
Biofuels Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
Latin American Energy Policies
This document presents Jamaica s National Biofuels Policy which is designed to achieve: A modern, efficient, diversified and environmentally sustainable biofuels sector that contributes to Jamaica s long-term energy security and socio-economic development. One of the main goals of this policy is to create innovative and clean technologies facilitating a secure supply of biofuels into local and national distribution systems.
National Policy For The Trading Of Carbon Credits 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
National Policy For The Trading Of Carbon Credits 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
Latin American Energy Policies
This document presents Jamaica s National Policy for the Trading of Carbon Credits which is designed to achieve: A competitive, diversified, efficient and investment-conducive carbon credits trading sector that fosters socio-economic development and induces a less carbon-intensive economy. This policy is an important part of Jamaica s climate change strategy that facilitates reductions in the country s greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint, thereby reducing the country s contribution to this global problem.
National Renewable Energy Policy 2009-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
National Renewable Energy Policy 2009-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
Latin American Energy Policies
This document presents Jamaica s National Renewable Energy Policy which is designed to achieve: A well-developed, vibrant and diversified renewable energy sector that contributes to Jamaica s energy security and a sustainable future. This policy supports the implementation of the National Energy Policy 2009-2030 which seeks to provide affordable and accessible energy supplies with long-term energy security. The creation of this policy was a specific response to the National Energy Policy which calls for the development of the energy sector especially in areas related to renewables, diversification fuels, biofuels and waste-to-energy.
Chairman Of The Puerto Rico Environmental Quality Board Affirms New Energy Policy Is A Transcendental One For Present And Future Generations, Astrid Matos Silva, Astrid
Chairman Of The Puerto Rico Environmental Quality Board Affirms New Energy Policy Is A Transcendental One For Present And Future Generations, Astrid Matos Silva, Astrid
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This press release announces the approval of two laws related to renewable energy: (1) Law of Energy Diversification through Renewable and Sustainable Energy, and (2) Puerto Rico Law of Green Energy Incentives. In addition, the press release discusses the perceived positive impact of this legislation.
Law No. 83- Law For Green Energy Incentives, Asamblea Legislativa, Puerto Rico
Law No. 83- Law For Green Energy Incentives, Asamblea Legislativa, Puerto Rico
Latin American Energy Policies
This law promotes the generation of renewable energy in Puerto Rico. It consolidates and standardizes the existing economic benefits related with the development, production, and use of renewable energy; and creates new incentives.
Law No. 82 - Law For Diversification Through Sustainable Renewable Energy And Alternative Energy In Puerto Rico, Asamblea Legislativa, Puerto Rico
Law No. 82 - Law For Diversification Through Sustainable Renewable Energy And Alternative Energy In Puerto Rico, Asamblea Legislativa, Puerto Rico
Latin American Energy Policies
This law provides definitions of green energy sources and related technology, and categorizes them as renewable or renewable alternatives. Additionally, it sets a goal of achieving a 12% mandatory generation through green sources by 2015, 15% by 2020, and 20% by 2035. It creates a Renewable Energy Commission that will oversee the implementation of renewable energy projects and ensure compliance with the statutes presented within the law.
Agreement Between The Government Of The Republic Of Peru And The Government Of The Federative Republic Of Brazil For The Supply Of Electricity To Peru And Export Of Surplus To Brazil, Gobierno De La República Del Perú Y Gobierno De La República Federativa Del Brasil
Agreement Between The Government Of The Republic Of Peru And The Government Of The Federative Republic Of Brazil For The Supply Of Electricity To Peru And Export Of Surplus To Brazil, Gobierno De La República Del Perú Y Gobierno De La República Federativa Del Brasil
Latin American Energy Policies
The goal of this agreement is to establish the legal framework which promotes the development of the necessary infrastructure in Peru for the production of electricity destined to its internal market and the export of surplus electric energy to Brazil in order to make possible the interconnection of the national interconnected systems of both Countries.
Decree No. 173/010 - Renewable Energy Generation, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas
Decree No. 173/010 - Renewable Energy Generation, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas
Latin American Energy Policies
Authorizes the companies connected to the Low Voltage Distribution Network to install renewable energy plants such as solar, wind, biomass and mini hydroelectric power plants.
P. Del S. 1519 - Public Policy Law For Energy Diversification Through Renewable, Sustainable And Alternative Energy In Puerto Rico, Senado De Puerto Rico
P. Del S. 1519 - Public Policy Law For Energy Diversification Through Renewable, Sustainable And Alternative Energy In Puerto Rico, Senado De Puerto Rico
Latin American Energy Policies
This document contains the policy act put forth by the Puerto Rico Senate to create a law that promotes energy diversification through the use of renewable energy. By adopting a Renewable Energy Portfolio, Puerto Rico aims to reduce its dependence on energy sources from fossil fuels such as oil, reduce and stabilize its energy costs, control the price volatility of electricity in the country, preserve and improve the environment, natural resources and quality of life, promote energy conservation and social welfare through various mechanisms, including the establishment and achievement of goals within a mandatory timetable and economic tax incentives to …
Mexico Inaugurates Second Major Wind-Energy Plant, Sourcemex
Mexico Inaugurates Second Major Wind-Energy Plant, Sourcemex
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
In early March, President Felipe Calderon inaugurated La Rumorosa wind-energy project in Baja California state, prompting the executive to declare that Mexico is becoming the most advanced country in Latin America in harnessing this type of energy. Mexico views a commitment to renewable energy as a necessary component of its campaign to fight global climate change.During March, Mexico also completed financing plans for a supercritical pressure coal-fired power plant under construction in Guerrero state. This technology is designed to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions and operation costs. La Rumorosa to supply power to Mexicali in Baja California state La Rumorosa, which will …
Mexico Attempts To Recapture Leadership Role In Latin America At Regional Summit; Energy, Sustainability On Agenda, Sourcemex
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
President Felipe Calderon succeeded to some extent in repositioning Mexico as a leader in Latin America, hosting what was generally perceived as a successful summit of Latin American and Caribbean countries in Quintana Roo state on Feb. 20-23. As host, Mexico took a lead in pushing through a proposal to create a regional consultative bloc that excludes the US and Canada. Calderon was also at the forefront in renewing regional awareness on issues related to energy and environmental sustainability. Although the summit's 10-point action list did not mention energy policy or environmental sustainability, these topics were included in an 88-point …
Guyana Power Sector Policy And Implementation Strategy, Verlyn Klass
Guyana Power Sector Policy And Implementation Strategy, Verlyn Klass
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This document outlines the Guyana Power Sector Policy that has been developed following a study of eight (8) areas of the Guyana power sector with a view to formulating policies to ensure the viability of the sector. In each of these areas the study highlighted issues which if properly addressed could make a significant impact on the power sector. Where appropriate, different options were investigated and recommendations made. This document states the need to create incentives to attract private investment for renewable power projects in the hinterland regions.