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Will Opposition To Mega Projects Worsen Chile's Energy Woes?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Will Opposition To Mega Projects Worsen Chile's Energy Woes?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Chile's Supreme Court last month unanimously rejected the $5 billion Castilla power project, ruling that the 2,100-megawatt plant could ""harm the constitutional guarantee that one can live in an environment free of pollution."" Meanwhile, industry leaders, particularly in the mining sector, have warned that the country's shaky electrical grid is hampering growth and investment. Does the rejection of the Castilla plant represent a major blow to Chile's energy future? How serious are the country's energy woes? Will solar, wind and other cleaner energy sources become more prevalent and help make up some of the shortfall or are they too economically …
Will Venezuela's Petro-Diplomacy Survive?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Will Venezuela's Petro-Diplomacy Survive?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Henrique Capriles, the Venezuelan opposition leader running for president against Hugo Chávez, said on Aug. 1 that he would scrap preferential oil deals with foreign allies including Argentina, Cuba and others, Reuters reported. Capriles said the country would save $6.7 billion annually under his plan, money that he would use for domestic social spending. Meanwhile, state-run oil company PDVSA reportedly will need to set aside between $4 billion and $7 billion annually for the next five years to make payments on its heavy debt burden, analysts have forecast. Has Venezuela's petro-diplomacy run the end of its course? Which countries would …
Mexico Gets Wind Energy Boost, Gabe Keith
Mexico Gets Wind Energy Boost, Gabe Keith
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This article provides a brief summary of a new and large wind project slated to be built in Oaxaca, Mexico.
The World Invests In Renewable Energy, Evelyn Pallotta
The World Invests In Renewable Energy, Evelyn Pallotta
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This article discusses the growth in investment in renewable energy in Latin America. It identifies Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, & Chile as the major investors in renewable energy. The article concludes by calling for a diversification of the Venezuelan energy matrix, in addition to investments in education, innovation, & entrepreneurship.
Does Insecurity Threaten Colombia's Booming Oil Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Does Insecurity Threaten Colombia's Booming Oil Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Colombia's ELN rebels kidnapped 11 oil workers last month and released them last week. However, as a result of the security situation, Emerald Energy, which is owned by China's Sinochem, announced that it has suspended operations in southern Colombia. It is the second time the company has suspended operations there, adding that some of the trucking firms it works with are refusing to provide services due to the risk. Is Colombia's security situation threatening to hold back its booming oil sector? Will security problems in Colombia's oilproducing areas get worse or better in the near term? What steps should the …
Brazil On Track To Manage Its Oil Bonanza Effectively?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Brazil On Track To Manage Its Oil Bonanza Effectively?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
As Brazil ramps up exploration and production in the pre-salt oilfields, the country has expectations of joining the ranks of the world's top four or five oil producers. A relatively minor spill at Chevron's Frade field, however, brought to light issues of environmental concern as well as questions about how such incidents would be handled. Is the country prepared with the right regulations to handle the mushrooming industry? What does the government's response to the Chevron spill mean for the development of the sector? Could the threat of large fines deter investment? Is the growing oil sector putting a significant …
What Strategies Are Guiding Chinese Investments In Brazil?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Strategies Are Guiding Chinese Investments In Brazil?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
China's Sinopec announced last week that has agreed to buy a 30 percent stake in the Brazilian unit of Portugal's Galp for almost $5.2 billion, the latest in a series of Chinese companies' ventures into the Brazilian energy sector, Dow Jones reported. What role is the Asian country playing in the Brazilian energy sector, and how is it likely to develop? What strategies are guiding Chinese companies' investments? Is Brazil benefitting from these acquisitions? Will there likely to be pushback against such investments?
Will The Ethanol Sector In Brazil See Major Changes?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Will The Ethanol Sector In Brazil See Major Changes?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Brazil's Sugarcane Industry Association (UNICA) further decreased its forecast for the 2011- 2012 harvest in the south center region, which is responsible for 90 percent of the country's production. The organization now expects a drop of some 12 percent from the 2010-2011 harvest of 557 million tons. Among the reasons for the fall in output are lower agricultural productivity, unfavorable weather conditions and new diseases and infestations. Is the ethanol sector likely to see similar problems in the future? What role will biofuels play in Brazil's short to medium term energy future? Is the government likely to make any significant …
What Accounts For The Drop In Price Of Wind Power?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Accounts For The Drop In Price Of Wind Power?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
In a Brazilian energy auction last month, companies agreed to sell power at the world's cheapest rates for wind energy, leading some analysts to speculate that developers will have difficulty fulfilling those contracts, Bloomberg News reported Aug. 31. Recently completed auctions in Peru and Uruguay similarly saw prices for wind power fall significantly, and the Uruguayan government is now considering purchasing four times as much energy than expected from wind farms. What accounts for the dramatic drop in price for wind power? Is the trend likely to continue in these countries and elsewhere? Will companies have trouble fulfilling the contracts?
How Will Leadership Changes Affect Colombia's Oil Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
How Will Leadership Changes Affect Colombia's Oil Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This month, Colombia gained a new energy minister, economist Mauricio Cardenas, but lost long time National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH) head, Armando Zamora, amid allegations that oil royalties had been misused and scholarships had been unfairly given to relatives of top officials. Zamora has denied wrongdoing, and suggested social protests posed a bigger threat to the sector than corruption. Meanwhile, protests last week forced Canada's Pacific Rubiales, one of the largest oil producers in Colombia, to declare force majeure before coming to an agreement with demonstrators. What will the changes at the top of the energy ministry and ANH mean for …
Is The U.S. Likely To Engage With Cuba On Offshore Drilling?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Is The U.S. Likely To Engage With Cuba On Offshore Drilling?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
A delegation from the United States organized by the Environmental Defense Fund and the International Association of Drilling Contractors traveled to Cuba earlier this month to evaluate the Caribbean nation's long-term drilling plans. Cuba is expected to begin exploring its offshore reserves in November, leading some U.S. lawmakers and industry experts, in the wake of the BP gulf oil spill, to raise safety and environmental concerns. Will Cuba be able to safely regulate its oil industry? Is the United States likely to engage with the Castro government to establish contingency plans and safety precautions? What special steps should be taken …
What Is The Future Of Trinidad And Tobago's Oil And Gas Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Is The Future Of Trinidad And Tobago's Oil And Gas Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
According to an audit by Ryder Scott released in August, Trinidad and Tobago's proven gas reserves have fallen for a fourth straight year. While officials have said that the country needs to boost exploration and open up new markets, lower prices and reduced demand from the United States pose additional challenges to attracting new investment, according to analysts. What is the medium- to long-term future of Trinidad and Tobago's oil and gas sector? How can it attract new investment and fund E&P activities in the current business environment? How might scarce supplies affect the country's manufacturing sector, which has been …
How Should Mexico's State-Run Pemex Be Reformed?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
How Should Mexico's State-Run Pemex Be Reformed?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
In an interview with Fortune, the CEO of Mexico's Pemex, Juan José Suárez Coppel, described the state oil company's problems as having ""too many cooks in the kitchen,"" adding that efficiency gets lost. Coppel suggested that sweeping changes would have advantages and though they are unlikely to occur this year, could happen in the future. Will energy policy and changes to Pemex play a significant role in the next election? If so, which proposals are likely to be debated? What steps should Pemex take to increase efficiency within its current limitations? How should the company be reformed in the medium …
Should Per's State-Run Energy Companies Play A Bigger Role?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Should Per's State-Run Energy Companies Play A Bigger Role?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Peru's state-owned energy companies may play a greater role under the administration of newly-inaugurated President Ollanta Humala, Peruvian Minister of Energy and Mines Carlos Herrera said last month, according to Reuters. Herrera added that the idea would be for state companies, such as Petroperú and Electroperú, to have a greater role in state management and the ""general idea is for the capital to be private."" Should Peru's state-run companies be expanded or reformed? If so, in what way and how should the private sector be involved? Would Brazil and Colombia be good models to follow?
What Is The Outlook For Colombia's Oil Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Is The Outlook For Colombia's Oil Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
In the wake of Colombia's ratings upgrade to investment status earlier this year and strong second-quarter profits, Colombian state-run oil company Ecopetrol announced last month that it would sell $1.4 billion of stock to pay for investments aimed at doubling production. The company added that it would increase the number of shares more than seven-fold if demand exceeds expectations. Will the investment-grade rating lead to as strong demand for the shares as the company expects? What is the outlook for Ecopetrol and the Colombian oil sector in the short to medium term? What challenges does the Colombian oil industry face?
Can Latin America Capitalize On Oil Wealth In The Long Term?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Can Latin America Capitalize On Oil Wealth In The Long Term?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Venezuela holds some 85 percent of Latin America's crude oil reserves, and the region overall has the world's second-largest oil reserves after the Middle East, according to figures presented by the Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE) at a two-day seminar earlier this month in Quito. Looking ahead 20 years, what are the geopolitical implications of Latin America's vast hydrocarbon resources? What energy trends will shape the economies of Latin America and the Caribbean in the long term, and how can the countries of Latin America best capitalize on energy wealth in the global environment moving ahead? Can Latin America avoid …
How Is China Changing Latin America's Energy Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
How Is China Changing Latin America's Energy Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
China recently announced several loans worth billions of dollars to Ecuador and Venezuela—to be paid back largely in the form of oil—for public works, energy and infrastructure projects. These investments and others have made China the biggest credit source for the two governments, often on terms that other financial institutions would spurn, analysts have pointed out. Are China's big loans going to be good deals for the Latin American countries? Will the money come through, and will it be used effectively for the intended purposes? Is China's increased investment in Ecuador, Venezuela and other countries in the region playing out …
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 …
Are Expectations For Colombia's Oil Sector Too Optimistic?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Are Expectations For Colombia's Oil Sector Too Optimistic?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
In February, Mexican tycoon Carlos Slim said he was actively looking to boost investment in Colombia due to its burgeoning oil industry. Meanwhile, the United States Export-Import Bank approved nearly $1 billion in financing for Colombia's state-run energy company Ecopetrol, identifying the country as one of nine emerging economies that offer the United States a greater opportunity for export sales. Are expectations about Colombia's oil and gas industry justified or overly optimistic? What opportunities does the country offer that make it a desirable place to invest in the energy industry? How can the government boost investment to that sector? How …
Bolivia's Lithium Possibly To Be Purchased And Used In Battery Production And Industry In Spain, La Prensa
Bolivia's Lithium Possibly To Be Purchased And Used In Battery Production And Industry In Spain, La Prensa
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This article discusses the Mitsubishi-GS Yuasa group's plans to implement a lithium battery plant in Spain utilizing lithium resources from Bolivia.
Hydrocarbons And The Peruvian Amazon: Overlapping Rights Or Opportunities For Sustainable Development?, César L. Gamboa Balbín, Rosemarie Avila B., Jimpson Dávila O., Asunta Santillán B., Irene Ramos Urrutia, Maria Del Rosario Sevillano, Henry O. Carhuatocto Sandoval, Graciela M. Mercedes Lu De Lama
Hydrocarbons And The Peruvian Amazon: Overlapping Rights Or Opportunities For Sustainable Development?, César L. Gamboa Balbín, Rosemarie Avila B., Jimpson Dávila O., Asunta Santillán B., Irene Ramos Urrutia, Maria Del Rosario Sevillano, Henry O. Carhuatocto Sandoval, Graciela M. Mercedes Lu De Lama
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This study provides an in-depth analysis of the issues surrounding hydrocarbon exploration in the Peruvian Amazon, providing a criticism of past and current energy regulation. Attention is given especially to the question of rights: Who has them? Whose rights matter more? In addition, the study offers proposals for solutions to the challenges associated with identifying energy resources in the Amazon.
Resource Nationalism And Energy Security In Latin America: Implication For Global Oil Supplies, David R. Mares
Resource Nationalism And Energy Security In Latin America: Implication For Global Oil Supplies, David R. Mares
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Energy policy is usefully characterized by the degree to which resource nationalism and energy security are pursued. The balance achieved between these two key concepts dramatically affects global energy supplies. Over the past century, both of these ideas have played particularly significant roles in Latin America, where the oil industry first developed outside the US, and an area that continues to draw the attention of the world market. Because Latin America is a growing source of hydrocarbons for the world market, its energy policies are of increasing importance. The challenge is to understand why a country works with or against …
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.
Overview Of Wind Energy 2009, Rodríguez Olivé A. Leopoldo
Overview Of Wind Energy 2009, Rodríguez Olivé A. Leopoldo
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This presentation was given at the 9th Border Energy Forum in Houston, TX. It gives an overview of wind energy and its potential uses in Mexico and addresses the regulatory framework created to develop wind energy projects, both past and present.
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.
Wind Energy In Latin America, Gabriel Blanco
Wind Energy In Latin America, Gabriel Blanco
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This presentation provides a thorough overview of the global wind energy industry with a specific focus on Latin American countries. It includes very technical descriptions of wind energy production as well as future market forecasting.
Plan For The Generation Of The Dominican Electricity Sector 2006-2020, Comisión Nacional De Energía
Plan For The Generation Of The Dominican Electricity Sector 2006-2020, Comisión Nacional De Energía
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This document outlines a strategic plan which focuses on providing for growth in the sector by promoting development in the field of energy generation through private investment.
Efficient Energy Strategy For The Dominican Republic, National Energy Commision, Dominican Republic, United States Agency For International Development
Efficient Energy Strategy For The Dominican Republic, National Energy Commision, Dominican Republic, United States Agency For International Development
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This study outlines a plan to increase the use and development of renewable energy in the Dominican Republic, addressing the challenges and possible solutions in creating a more efficient and sustainable system of energy production and delivery to consumers.
Overview Of Renewable Energy Sources In Latin America, Jorge M. Huacuz
Overview Of Renewable Energy Sources In Latin America, Jorge M. Huacuz
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
The present work deals with the situation of renewable energy in the Latin-American Region (LAR). Its main purpose is to give an overview of the conditions prevailing in the region, regarding those activities leading to the systematic process of adoption and use of renewable energy technology, as part of the energy supply mix in each individual country. This essay was elaborated on the basis of a limited literature survey, information provided to the author by colleagues from several countries in the region of study, plus the knowledge gained by the author from his work on some of these countries, concerning …
South America Biodiesel Program, The National Biodiesel Board
South America Biodiesel Program, The National Biodiesel Board
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
Biodiesel, a diesel fuel substitute produced from renewable resources such as soybean oil, has demonstrated potential as a particulate matter and CO2 reduction strategy for transportation markets. Although not currently in commercial production or use, biodiesel is not a new fuel to South America. In fact, research activities date back to the 1970s. As a result of the OPEC crisis, a significant amount of research on biodiesel and ethanol was conducted by the Brazilian government. However, the program was canceled before significant levels of research could be conducted. Concern over the environment and the amount of energy that is imported …