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Despite Government Approval, Chiles Hidroaysén Dam Project Sill Not Done Deal', Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
Despite Government Approval, Chiles Hidroaysén Dam Project Sill Not Done Deal', Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
Flip-flop rulings have left the fate of the controversial HidroAysén venture, a multibillion-dollar dam scheme slated for southern Chile's Patagonia region, very much up in the air. The recent roller-coaster events have made one thing clear: in Chile, energy matters--once the exclusive domain of private utilities companies--are now becoming everyone's business. The project's developers, Spanish-Italian electricity giant Endesa and Colbún, a Chilean utility, have been pushing for the past five years to build a network of hydroelectric plants along the Río Baker and Río Pascua, a pair of powerful rivers that flow through Chile's far southern Aysén Region. HidroAysén, as …
Brazilian Environmental Agency Gives Belo Monte Dam Green Light As Government Continues To Invest In Hydroelectric Power, Ana Cristina Powell
Brazilian Environmental Agency Gives Belo Monte Dam Green Light As Government Continues To Invest In Hydroelectric Power, Ana Cristina Powell
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
On June 1, 2011, the Brazilian environmental agency, the Instituto Brasileiro do Meio Ambiente e dos Recursos Naturais Renováveis (IBAMA), gave the government the green light to proceed with construction of the controversial Belo Monte dam. After 30 years of planning and struggle against opposition to the project, the Belo Monte hydroelectric power plant will be built in the Xingu river basin. This would be the third-largest such facility in the world, after the Three Gorges Dam in China and the Itaipú dam, shared by Brazil and Paraguay. IBAMA conceded the license despite national and international criticism and a recommendation …
What Is The Fate Of Chile's Hidroaysén Project?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Is The Fate Of Chile's Hidroaysén Project?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
A court ruling in Chile on June 20 suspended the controversial HidroAysén project, a proposed plan to dam two rivers and build five hydroelectric plants in Patagonia, The New York Times reported. While environmental groups hope that the ruling is the first step in canceling the dams, a lawyer for the project told local newspaper La Tercera that the ruling was ""purely formal"" and made no decision about the complex's legality. Does Chile's booming demand for energy outweigh the detriments of the project, as the government has claimed? Are there adequate alternatives to supply the necessary power for the country's …
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, …
What Is The Future Of Energy Integration In Central America?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Is The Future Of Energy Integration In Central America?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
First proposed in 1987, the Central American Electricity Interconnection System (SIEPAC), a plan to create a more robust regional transmission grid in Central America, is scheduled to become operational this year. In order to allow economies of scale to occur, the aim is to harness the transmission project to create an integrated regional electricity market known as the Mercado Eléctrico Regional (MER). What are the potential benefits and downsides of the MER? What challenges does the integrated market face? What steps do the region's governments and institutions need to take to bring it to fruition?
Are Conflicts Hampering Per's Energy And Mining Sectors?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Are Conflicts Hampering Per's Energy And Mining Sectors?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
There are currently 200 conflicts over natural resources in Peru, particularly in rural areas where residents complain extractive projects are destroying their lands and that they are unlikely to see many of the economic benefits, Reuters reported May 2, citing Per's human rights office. Those conflicts threaten to derail investments totaling some $40 billion over the next decade, according to the report. Are these tensions likely to crimp Per's energy and mining sectors? Which types of projects face the most strident opposition? How should the next president handle such situations? How would Ollanta Humala and Keiko Fujimori differ in their …
Wind Power Present, Not Prodigious In Chiles Energy Market', Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
Wind Power Present, Not Prodigious In Chiles Energy Market', Benjamin Witte-Lebhar
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
Little by little, Chile is plugging wind power into its otherwise conventional electricity grid. So far, however, the sectors contribution to the overall electricity supply remains minimal, leading some analysts to question whether the country's private energy providers are really ready to welcome the proverbial winds of change. Chile added the latest piece of its power puzzle this past February, when French multinational GDF Suez cut the ribbon on five new generators for its Monte Redondo wind park in the Coquimbo Region, roughly 325 km north of Santiago. With the expansion, Monte Redondo now boasts an installed capacity of 48 …
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 …
Decree No. 8.097 - Organic Regulation For The Popular Power Ministry Of Electric Energy, Presidente De La República
Decree No. 8.097 - Organic Regulation For The Popular Power Ministry Of Electric Energy, Presidente De La República
Latin American Energy Policies
Determines the organic and funcional structure of the Popular Power Ministry of Electric Energy. Art. 25 states that this Ministry has as one of it's goals the research, creation and implementation of plans for the development of renewable energy resources.
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.
What Is The Future Of Renewables In Central America?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Is The Future Of Renewables In Central America?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
In January, a consortium of Gamesa and Iberdrola began construction on Central America's largest wind farm, the 102 megawatt Cerro de Hula project in Honduras. Also, the Honduran government said it would invest $2.1 billion between 2010 and 2016 for 52 hydroelectric projects, while Costa Rican President Laura Chinchilla has also said she wants to make her country the first to run 100 percent on renewable energy. What is the state of wind, solar, geothermal and other renewable energy projects in Central America? Given that the price of oil has surpassed $100 per barrel, is it likely that there will …
President Evo Morales Insists That Lithium Reserves Benefit Bolivians, Andres Gaudin
President Evo Morales Insists That Lithium Reserves Benefit Bolivians, Andres Gaudin
NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America
Historians agree that the pillaging of Bolivia's enormous mineral riches, since the 15th century Spanish colonial period, has been the determinant factor in the country's poverty and dependency. Bolivian President Evo Morales agrees with those assessments and says that what happened during the past five centuries with silver, gold, tin, antimony, bismuth, tungsten, copper, lead, zinc, gas, and iron, among other natural resources, will not happen this time with lithium. "We want to send a clear message to the industrialized countries and their businesses: all investments are welcome, but they should understand that we have learned from history and we …
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.
What Will 2011 Bring For Latin America's Energy Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
What Will 2011 Bring For Latin America's Energy Sector?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
The major news stories in Latin America's energy sector last year included the development of Brazil's offshore reserves and Petrobas' record-breaking share sale, the dramatic oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, the discovery of Argentina's largest gas find in 35 years, the continued decline in Venezuelan oil production and a significant drop in Bolivia's proven gas reserves. Which stories will make headlines in the Latin American energy sector in 2011? What trends should policy makers and business leaders be on the lookout for? Will the region's energy sector see any surprises? Experts discuss what they think about this topic.
Energy Consumption: Challenges And Opportunities Of Urbanization, Heidi Jane Smith
Energy Consumption: Challenges And Opportunities Of Urbanization, Heidi Jane Smith
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This article highlights four cities in Latin America (Curitiba, Sáo Paulo, Bogotá, and Monterrey) that have developed mechanisms to reduce their energy consumption.
Framework For Development Of Renewable Energy Policy For Trinidad And Tobago, Ministry Of Energy And Energy Affairs, Government Of The Republic Of Trinidad And Tobago
Framework For Development Of Renewable Energy Policy For Trinidad And Tobago, Ministry Of Energy And Energy Affairs, Government Of The Republic Of Trinidad And Tobago
Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports
This report provides background information on the country's energy sector, presents the drivers and barriers to domestic renewable energy development, and proposes a strategy to establish a framework for renewable energy policy.
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.
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.
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 Conservation And Efficiency Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
National Energy Conservation And Efficiency Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
Latin American Energy Policies
Sets out strategies and actions that would result in an improvement in the efficiency of the energy sector regarding generation, transmission and distribution of electricity, in the use of energy in the transportation sector, and in the consumption of electricity by industrial, commercial and residential consumers.
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 Energy-From-Waste Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
National Energy-From-Waste Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining
Latin American Energy Policies
This document presents Jamaica s National Energy-from-Waste Policy which is designed to ensure that: Jamaica is the regional leader in providing affordable and clean energy from waste contributing to a sustainable future. One of the main goals of this policy is that Jamaica builds its energy-from-waste sector on the most appropriate technologies that are environmentally-friendly, producing a clean reliable renewable source of energy.
Ministerial Resolution 410-2010-Mem/Dm - Creation Of The Peru-Ecuador Energy Exchange Commission, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Ministerial Resolution 410-2010-Mem/Dm - Creation Of The Peru-Ecuador Energy Exchange Commission, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas
Latin American Energy Policies
This Commission will be in charge of the definition of the conditions for the electricity exchange between Peru and Ecuador, as well as their negotiation with the Government of Ecuador.
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.
Law No. 18.666 - Leasing Of Properties, General Assembly Of Uruguay
Law No. 18.666 - Leasing Of Properties, General Assembly Of Uruguay
Latin American Energy Policies
Modifies the leasing term for properties that are being used with the goal to create electricity. Increases the allowable lease period from 15 to 30 years.
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.