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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.


What Will Be The Effects Of Ecuador's New Oil Contracts?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor Dec 2010

What Will Be The Effects Of Ecuador's New Oil Contracts?, Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor

Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports

Ecuador completed contract renegotiations Nov. 23 with several oil companies to replace profit-sharing agreements with flat-fee service contracts, but failed to reach an agreement with Petrobras and three other companies. How will the contract changes affect oil production in Ecuador? Is the government likely to make any alterations to the new policy? Will the contract changes lead would-be foreign investors to shy away from Ecuador?


"Still Undecided" But Chile Leans Toward Nuclear Energy, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar Dec 2010

"Still Undecided" But Chile Leans Toward Nuclear Energy, Benjamin Witte-Lebhar

NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America

A revealing visit to France last month by President Sebastián Piñera has reignited a long smoldering debate in Chile over the "nuclear option." Careful not to endorse the possibility outright, the Chilean leader nevertheless make it clear during an Oct. 20 stopover in Paris that, with the benefit of some French know-how, nuclear power plants may eventually be in the cards for Chile." Chile has to prepare itself for the world of nuclear energy," Piñera said following a meeting with his French counterpart President Nicolas Sarkozy. "Our government has the obligation to prepare our engineers, scientists, and technical workers." The …


Resolution 182131 - Natural Gas, El Ministerio De Minas Y Energía, Colombia Nov 2010

Resolution 182131 - Natural Gas, El Ministerio De Minas Y Energía, Colombia

Latin American Energy Policies

This resolution announces a rationing schedule for natural gas and outlines the entities that will be given priority with respect to the use of natural gas.


National Energy Policy Consultations: Renewable Energy Policy, Ministry Of Energy And Energy Affairs, Government Of The Republic Of Trinidad And Tobago Nov 2010

National Energy Policy Consultations: Renewable Energy Policy, Ministry Of Energy And Energy Affairs, Government Of The Republic Of Trinidad And Tobago

Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports

This report examines the need for renewable energy policies in the country and states that the primary objective of such policy measures will be to identify and examine strategies and make recommendations for introducing renewable energy into the local energy mix. it lists the benefits and barriers to renewable energy development, and outlines the sectors that will be affected by the implementation of these new policies.


National Energy Conservation And Efficiency Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining Oct 2010

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 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 Energy-From-Waste Policy 2010-2030, Ministry Of Energy And Mining Oct 2010

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.


How Would A Rousseff Presidency Affect Brazils Energy Sector?', Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor Sep 2010

How Would A Rousseff Presidency Affect Brazils Energy Sector?', Inter-American Dialogue's Latin American Energy Advisor

Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports

On Oct. 3 Brazilians will vote in the general election to replace current President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. With a commanding lead in the polls and a potential first-round victory, Dilma Rousseff is being watched for signs of how her government would manage the region's largest economy. If Rousseff wins, what changes do you anticipate for Brazil's energy industry? Would she make big changes in addition to the anticipated pre-salt energy reforms? What sectors within the energy industry would be most affected? What would a Rousseff victory mean for South American energy integration? What would Brazil's energy policy look …


Ministerial Resolution 410-2010-Mem/Dm - Creation Of The Peru-Ecuador Energy Exchange Commission, Ministerio De Energía Y Minas Sep 2010

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.


Declaration Of The Ix Indigenous Advisory Council, Ix Indigenous Fund Assembly Sep 2010

Declaration Of The Ix Indigenous Advisory Council, Ix Indigenous Fund Assembly

Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports

This declaration was written by the IX Indigenous Fund Assembly. It recommends changes necessary to preserve indigenous sovereignty and rights.


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.


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 Aug 2010

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.


Report Of The Second Report On The Ninth Meeting Of The Adhoc Open-Ended Working Group On Access And Benefit-Sharing, Convention On Biological Diversity Jul 2010

Report Of The Second Report On The Ninth Meeting Of The Adhoc Open-Ended Working Group On Access And Benefit-Sharing, Convention On Biological Diversity

Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports

This document is the meeting minutes from the Convention on Biological Diversity's draft of the protocol on access to genetic resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits from their utilization.


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 Jul 2010

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 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.


Guyanas National Energy Efficiency Program', Sandra Britton Jul 2010

Guyanas National Energy Efficiency Program', Sandra Britton

Latin American Energy Dialogue, White Papers and Reports

This presentation summarizes Guyana's current levels of energy consumption and demand. It outlines the actions, proposals, and experiences that have resulted from the National Energy Efficiency Program.


Law No. 18.666 - Leasing Of Properties, General Assembly Of Uruguay Jul 2010

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.


Resolution 180919 - Rational Use Of Energy, El Ministerio De Minas Y Energía, Colombia Jul 2010

Resolution 180919 - Rational Use Of Energy, El Ministerio De Minas Y Energía, Colombia

Latin American Energy Policies

This resolution adopts the Indicative Action Plan 2010-2015, which aims to develop the Program for Rational and Efficient Use of Energy and other forms of Non-Conventional Energy, PROURE.


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 …


Mexico Attempts To Recapture Leadership Role In Latin America At Regional Summit; Energy, Sustainability On Agenda, Sourcemex Mar 2010

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 …


Resolution No. 41 - Natural Gas, Ministerio De Industria Y Comercio Feb 2010

Resolution No. 41 - Natural Gas, Ministerio De Industria Y Comercio

Latin American Energy Policies

This document establishes official prices for natural gas for the week of February 27 - March 05, 2010


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.'"


Brazil: Preparing For Post-Copenhagen Economy, Notisur Jan 2010

Brazil: Preparing For Post-Copenhagen Economy, Notisur

NotiEn: An Analytical Digest About Energy Issues in Latin America

After the failure of the UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, which was unable to reach a consensus regarding measures needed to fight global warming (see SourceMex, 2009-12-16), Brazil began to prepare for the challenges of a carbon-free economy and other sustainability issues that cannot wait for large international decisions to become a reality. One of the most important pieces will be to implement the Politica Nacional de Mudancas Climaticas, in accordance with the climate-change law (Lei de Mudancas Climaticas) signed Dec. 29 by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. Congress had been debating the bill since 2007. The lawmakers …


Resource Nationalism And Energy Security In Latin America: Implication For Global Oil Supplies, David R. Mares Jan 2010

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 …