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Decree No. 8.097 - Organic Regulation For The Popular Power Ministry Of Electric Energy, Presidente De La República Mar 2011

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.


Ministerial Resolution No. 572-2010-Mem/Dm - National Plan Of Rural Electrification 2011-2020, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas - Perú Dec 2010

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 Dec 2010

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.


Organic Law Of The Electric System And Service, Presidente De La República Dec 2010

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.


Biofuels Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining Oct 2010

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 Oct 2010

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 Aug 2010

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. 83- Law For Green Energy Incentives, Asamblea Legislativa, Puerto Rico Jul 2010

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 Jul 2010

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 Jun 2010

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 Jun 2010

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 Apr 2010

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 …


Decree No. 58 - Agreement On The Project ""Strategy Of Renewable Energy Expansion In Interconnected Power Systems"", Ministerio De Relaciones Exteriores, Chile Feb 2010

Decree No. 58 - Agreement On The Project ""Strategy Of Renewable Energy Expansion In Interconnected Power Systems"", Ministerio De Relaciones Exteriores, Chile

Latin American Energy Policies

This law enacts the agreement between the Government of the Republic of Chile and the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany on the project titled, ""Expansion Strategy of Renewable Energy in Interconnected Power Systems."" The project\'s objective is to develop a strategy in Chile for the expansion of renewable energy in interconnected power systems. The Government of the Federal Republic of Germany will provide human resources and, where appropriate, financial contributions.'"


Decree No. 59 - Agreement Between Chile And Germany, Ministerio De Relaciones Exteriores, Chile Feb 2010

Decree No. 59 - Agreement Between Chile And Germany, Ministerio De Relaciones Exteriores, Chile

Latin American Energy Policies

This decree outlines the agreement between the Republics of Chile and Germany on the project titled ""Property Tax to Generate Energy with Non-conventional Renewable Sources"". The project\'s objective is to support the National Energy Commission in its activities aimed to promote projects for the use of unconventional renewable energy sources on state land.'"


Resolution 370 - Power Lines Subsidy, Corporación De Fomento De La Producción, Chile Nov 2009

Resolution 370 - Power Lines Subsidy, Corporación De Fomento De La Producción, Chile

Latin American Energy Policies

The objective of this resolution is to regulate the subsidy that is awarded for projects of power transmission lines that utilize unconventional renewable energy sources.


Resolution 367 - Regulation Of Coverage For Loans To Finance Investment Projects In Non-Conventional Renewable Energy, Corporación De Fomento De La Producción, Chile Nov 2009

Resolution 367 - Regulation Of Coverage For Loans To Finance Investment Projects In Non-Conventional Renewable Energy, Corporación De Fomento De La Producción, Chile

Latin American Energy Policies

This resolution approves the text that establishes the regulation of coverage for loans to finance investment projects in non-conventional renewable energy.


National Energy Policy 2009-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining Oct 2009

National Energy Policy 2009-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining

Latin American Energy Policies

This policy's goal is to create a modern, efficient, diversified and environmentally sustainable energy sector providing affordable and accessible energy supplies with long-term energy security and supported by informed public behavior on energy issues and an appropriate policy, regulatory and institutional framework.


Law No. 18.597 - Efficient Use Of Energy, Asamblea General De Uruguay Sep 2009

Law No. 18.597 - Efficient Use Of Energy, Asamblea General De Uruguay

Latin American Energy Policies

Law which has as main goal the sustainable development of Uruguay and the reduction in the production of greenhouse gases.


Resolution No. 818/009 - Wind Farm, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas Aug 2009

Resolution No. 818/009 - Wind Farm, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas

Latin American Energy Policies

Authorizes the company Nuevo Manantial S.A. -the first to create a wind farm in the Country- an increase in the generation of wind power from 4 MW to 10 MW, to support the goal of 300 MW from renewable energy sources in the entire Country by 2015.


Decree No. 403/009 - Contracts For The Generation Of Wind Power, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas Aug 2009

Decree No. 403/009 - Contracts For The Generation Of Wind Power, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas

Latin American Energy Policies

The National Administration of Power Stations and Transmissions will promote the execution of contracts with private companies for the generation of 150 MW of wind power and will leave on hold the regulations for a 2nd phase of an additional 150 MW, which will add up to a grand total of 300 MW by 2015.


Executive Decree No. 123 - Regulates Law No. 41 (General Environmental Law), Ministerio De Economía Y Finanzas Aug 2009

Executive Decree No. 123 - Regulates Law No. 41 (General Environmental Law), Ministerio De Economía Y Finanzas

Latin American Energy Policies

Establishes the procedures to be followed for the evaluation of the Environmental Impact of energy projects as stated in Law No. 41. Article 16 states that any project involving renewable energy generation must present an Environmental Impact Evaluation.


Decree No. 377/009 - Broadens The Regulations Stated In Decrees 77/006, 397/007 And 299/008, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas Aug 2009

Decree No. 377/009 - Broadens The Regulations Stated In Decrees 77/006, 397/007 And 299/008, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas

Latin American Energy Policies

Authorizes the National Administration of Power Stations and Transmissions to sign contracts with private companies for the development of wind power.


Decree 84 - Agreement Between Chile And Germany For The Project Renewable Energy And Energy Efficiency Iv, Ministerio De Relaciones Exteriores, Chile Jun 2009

Decree 84 - Agreement Between Chile And Germany For The Project Renewable Energy And Energy Efficiency Iv, Ministerio De Relaciones Exteriores, Chile

Latin American Energy Policies

This decree outlines the agreement between the Government of the Republic of Chile and the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany on the project ""Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency IV.""


Decree No. 258/009 - Wind Map Of Uruguay, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas Jun 2009

Decree No. 258/009 - Wind Map Of Uruguay, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas

Latin American Energy Policies

During the creation of the Wind Map of Uruguay, any private or public, national or international entity that contributes wind speed information considered adequate and necessary for the creation of said Map by the National Direction of Nuclear Energy and Technology Direccion, will be given priority for the exploitation of this resource of energy generation in a region of 3 kilometers around the point in which the measurements were taken.


Decree 562/2009 - Regulation Of The Law 26.190, Presidente De La República De Argentina May 2009

Decree 562/2009 - Regulation Of The Law 26.190, Presidente De La República De Argentina

Latin American Energy Policies

This decree outlines the regulations pertaining to Law 26.190, which encourages the production of electric energy in Argentina through renewable sources.


Resolution 89 - Code For The Renewable Energy Center, Corporación De Fomento De La Producción, Chile Mar 2009

Resolution 89 - Code For The Renewable Energy Center, Corporación De Fomento De La Producción, Chile

Latin American Energy Policies

This resolution establishes a Renewable Energy Center in Chile. The objectives of the Center will be to strengthen the national energy matrix by increasing diversification, and to support the implementation of projects that generate renewable energy from non-conventional sources. Oversight for this Center will be provided by representatives from various government ministries.


Law No. 18.362 - Accountability And Budget Execution, Asamblea General Del Uruguay Oct 2008

Law No. 18.362 - Accountability And Budget Execution, Asamblea General Del Uruguay

Latin American Energy Policies

Art. 241 through 250 legislate the access to locations for the exploitation of wind energy.


Decree No. 299/008 - Modifies Art. 2 Of Decree No. 77/006, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas Jun 2008

Decree No. 299/008 - Modifies Art. 2 Of Decree No. 77/006, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas

Latin American Energy Policies

Modifies Art. 2, III) of Decree No. 77-006. Only certain power stations will be affected by this article.


Decree No. 296/008 - Broadens The Regulations Stated In Decree No. 397/007, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas Jun 2008

Decree No. 296/008 - Broadens The Regulations Stated In Decree No. 397/007, Ministerio De Industria, Energía Y Minas

Latin American Energy Policies

Broadens the regulations regarding the energy providers' contracts stated in Decree No. 397/007.


Decree No. 202-08 - Regulation Of Law No. 57-07 To Promote The Development Of Renewable Sources Of Energy, Presidente De La República Dominicana May 2008

Decree No. 202-08 - Regulation Of Law No. 57-07 To Promote The Development Of Renewable Sources Of Energy, Presidente De La República Dominicana

Latin American Energy Policies

This decree outlines the basic regulatory framework to be applied throughout the national territory to encourage and regulate the development and investment in projects that exploit renewable sources of energy.