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Is The Region Capable Of Meeting Increased Electricity Demand?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Is The Region Capable Of Meeting Increased Electricity Demand?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Brazil's Säo Paulo state has suffered several major power failures this year, while the Venezuelan government has enacted rationing measures and begun importing electricity from Colombia. Meanwhile, Argentina's electricity consumption in May grew by 7.8 percent over the year prior, and the Chilean government has repeatedly said it will need to double its electricity generation capacity in the next 10 to 15 years. As Latin American economies continue to grow, how capable are they of meeting electricity demand? Are power shortages likely to hamper growth and, if so, where? What role should the state play in developing the power sector, …
How Will Changes To U.S. Ethanol Subsidies Affect Brazil?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
How Will Changes To U.S. Ethanol Subsidies Affect Brazil?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Last month, U.S. senators introduced competing legislation regarding the ethanol producer subsidy and import tariff, which are set to expire this year. A bill proposed by Democrat Dianne Feinstein (Calif.) and Republican Tom Coburn (Okla.) would eliminate the 45-cent subsidy for ethanol producers and 54-cent tariff for ethanol imports, while legislation from R Senators Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) and Kent Conrad (D-N.D.) would sharply reduce, but still retain, the measures. What are the advantages and drawbacks of the bills and is one likely to pass? How would the legislation affect the ethanol industry? Does Brazil have the infrastructure and capacity to …
What Trends Are Shaping The Future Of Biofuels?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Trends Are Shaping The Future Of Biofuels?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Biodiesel production in Argentina this year is expected to climb 60 percent as compared to 2010. Meanwhile, in Brazil, industry leaders have called the biofuels sector "ripe for consolidation" as it needs to increase capacity and the country recently signed cooperation agreements with the United States to advance aviation biofuels. Meanwhile, high food prices have led to criticism that producing biofuels, especially from corn ethanol in the United States, diverts agricultural production from food crops. How will the development of biofuels play out in Brazil and elsewhere in the Americas? What are the most viable solutions for the food vs. …
How Will New Tariffs Affect Venezuela's Oil Industry?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
How Will New Tariffs Affect Venezuela's Oil Industry?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
On April 21, Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez announced drastic changes to windfall oil tax rates, hiking the tax from 60 percent to 95 percent when oil prices surpass $100 per barrel. The new legislation also raises the taxes to 80 percent when oil prices are between $70-90 per barrel and 90 percent when prices are between $90-100 per barrel. The government has since sought to reassure investors, saying that companies will only pay the higher rates after they recoup their original investment. How are the new taxes likely to affect investment in the country's oil sector in the short- and …
Is Venezuela Facing Another Electricity Crisis?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Is Venezuela Facing Another Electricity Crisis?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
On April 7, a fire damaged a power line in Venezuela and caused the country's worst blackout since 2009. Top government officials were adamant that Venezuela is now better equipped than in 2009-10 when electricity shortages crimped the economy during a severe drought. However, the recent outage came amid a series of power shortages since March that industry analysts and business owners claim are hampering production. Does the Venezuelan government have the situation under control or is the electricity crisis likely to repeat itself? What steps should be taken to fix the electricity grid? Will the country be able to …
What Will Be The Impact Of Energy Shortages In Argentina?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Will Be The Impact Of Energy Shortages In Argentina?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
A summer heat wave has increased the demand for power in Argentina, prompting energy shortages and a wave of blackouts. The government announced earlier this month that it may fine power companies, including leading supplier Edesur, as well as Edenor and Edelap. How can Argentina better secure its power supply? What impact will the power shortages have on the country's economy and investment climate? Experts discuss what they think about this topic.
Energy Security And Efficiency Enhancement Project - Environmental Management Framework, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
Energy Security And Efficiency Enhancement Project - Environmental Management Framework, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This project is designed to provide a comprehensive support to the implementation of the Government of Jamaica s energy policy and strategy covering the 2010-2030 period. The goals are to build capacity, to provide international best practices to the government and support its energy cost reduction and diversification efforts through investments in liquefied natural gas, energy efficiency measures, renewable energy investments, and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the energy sector. This document presents the Environmental Management Framework (EMF) for the Project.
Argentina's Energy Pricing Challenges, Pablo Fenández-Lamela
Argentina's Energy Pricing Challenges, Pablo Fenández-Lamela
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This article examines the challenges that Argentina is facing as the prices of gas, oil, and electricity are capped at below market level. While previously an energy exporter, the country has become an energy importer during times of elevated demand. The topic of energy subsidies is also discussed.
Central America's Energy Challenges, Cristina Eguizábal
Central America's Energy Challenges, Cristina Eguizábal
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This article discusses Central America's current energy matrix and outlines the next steps that the region may consider, such as more hydropower projects, wind parks, and small-scale renewable energy projects in rural areas. Lastly, the article examines the benefits to continuing efforts to link the various power grids in the region for increased efficiency.
Petrocaribe: Welcome Relief For An Energy-Poor Region, Chris Cote
Petrocaribe: Welcome Relief For An Energy-Poor Region, Chris Cote
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This article outlines the role of PetroCaribe of Venezuela. It details the relationship that Venezuela has with Central American and Caribbean countries as a provider of oil. Additionally, it examines the financing opportunities provided by PetroCaribe. It concludes with a discussion on the long-term prospects of PetroCaribe.
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.
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.
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.
National Energy Balance 2009, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
National Energy Balance 2009, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This document is a tool for the definition of Energy Policy in the Country. It allows the detailed knowledge of the national energy sector, of important changes and to determine the environmental impact.
Project For The Promotion Of Marketing Opportunities Clean Energy And Energetic Efficiency In Per, Fondo Nacional Del Ambiente
Project For The Promotion Of Marketing Opportunities Clean Energy And Energetic Efficiency In Per, Fondo Nacional Del Ambiente
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
The main goal of this project is the execution of activities for the contribution of expansion of the marketing opportunities and improve the competition of Small and Medium Businesses (SMB) in Peru. The purpose is to promote the use of renewable energy sources and of clean technologies for the efficient use of energy in the SMB with the objective of contributing to the lowering of production prices and imporving their productivity.
Renewable Energy In Guatemala, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Renewable Energy In Guatemala, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Report presents the different kinds of renewable energy resources available in Guatemala which have not yet been used to their full potential.
Wind Power In Guatemala, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Wind Power In Guatemala, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This report outlines different aspects of the use of wind power, such as its advantages, the potential for the development of power plants and the wind potential in Guatemala; it also mentions a project which has as main goal the measurement of wind speed and direction in strategic places in the country.
Draft For The Energy Policy Of The Republic Of Haiti, Bureau Des Mines Et De L'Energie
Draft For The Energy Policy Of The Republic Of Haiti, Bureau Des Mines Et De L'Energie
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Due to the fact that Haiti faces several years in a major energy crisis, largely due to the lack of a national energy policy expressing a coherent vision and objectives and clear guidance, this document was made to fill this need. In particular it targets the status of the country's energy independence, the source of energy sources and the distribution of consumption; the level of access to energy resources and delivery standards; conservation actions and control of environmental effects; and the incentives to stimulate the energy market. It also promotes research and development operations of renewable energy resources available in …
Development Plan For The Energy Sector 2007 - 2017, Bureau Des Mines Et De L'Energie
Development Plan For The Energy Sector 2007 - 2017, Bureau Des Mines Et De L'Energie
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
The national program for the development of the energy sector of Haiti seeks to enable policy makers and various stakeholders providing them with a management tool for the industry. The program covers the period 2007-2032. The conservation of natural resources (especially forests) from the point of view of energy management and environmental integrity will be considered through various measures such as: Support for more efficient use of fuel from wood and charcoal; the production of energy and other forest biomass resources; the conversion to diesel, bio-diesel and LPG of 1,000 small businesses that use wood as fuel; the promotion of …
Can Bolivia Become A Regional Energy Hub?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Can Bolivia Become A Regional Energy Hub?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
News broke last week that France's Total has made a "major" gas discovery in Bolivia. The find, however, is tempered by YPFB's April 8 announcement of the results of a reserves study by U.S. company Ryder Scott. The study significantly downgraded the size of Bolivia's proven natural-gas reserves to 9.94 trillion cubic feet (TCF). How significant is the new Total find? How will the new estimate affect the country's goal to be a significant regional energy hub? How important are hydrocarbons for the future of the Bolivian economy? What is the government doing right to promote the sector and where …
Government Of Guyana Strategy For Underserved Areas Electrification Programme, Samuel A. Hinds
Government Of Guyana Strategy For Underserved Areas Electrification Programme, Samuel A. Hinds
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
In May 2001 the Government approved a strategy for the electrification of unserved areas along the coast of Guyana. This policy guided the development of the Unserved Areas Electrification Programme. It states that the government will examine ways of providing electricity to unserved areas in the hinterland in the most cost effective, sustainable and environmentally benign manner while at the same time increasing benefits associated with electricity. Section III states that there will be training plans aimed at strengthening the professional capabilities and at promoting a cleaner and more rational use of conventional energy, its efficient use and that of …
Does Chile Face An Imminent Energy Crisis?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Does Chile Face An Imminent Energy Crisis?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
In response to a drought that has crimped hydroelectric output and in the face of soaring fuel prices that are hitting consumers, the Chilean government has pushed for new fuel subsidy legislation and enacted several energy-saving measures to lower electricity voltages and conserve reservoir waters. Are these the right steps at the right time? Is an energy crisis imminent in the short term in Chile? Which industries would most likely be affected by energy shortages? What steps should the Chilean government take to ensure a steady power supply in the future? Experts discuss what they think about this topic.
Models And Methods For The Provision Of Rural Electrical Services, Fondo Nacional Del Ambiente
Models And Methods For The Provision Of Rural Electrical Services, Fondo Nacional Del Ambiente
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This document examines the different models for rural electrification which have been used or are being developed with the purpose of understanding how these experiences can benefit the future design of rural electric service programs in Latin America.
Energy Policy Of Guyana, National Energy Policy Committee
Energy Policy Of Guyana, National Energy Policy Committee
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This Energy Policy Paper highlights the energy situation during the period 1988 1992, and the projections for the period 1994 2004. It also focuses on the strategies to be implemented to achieve the stated objectives, the implementation schedule and possible sources of funding.