How Latin America plans to scale renewables and storage: Experts gather December 9
On December 9, a high-level virtual event will explore technology integration, hybrid portfolio efficiency and long-term investment strategies toward 2026. Executives from Black & Veatch, Yingli Solar, Solis, SolaX Power, Risen Energy, GCL, Ventus and others will participate.
Puerto Rico builds one of the world’s most powerful virtual battery plants
With more than 185,000 home batteries in place and 81,000 households sharing stored energy, the CBES+ platform strengthens Puerto Rico’s grid and helps avoid nighttime outages. The initiative may soon reach another 80,000 homes, forming one of the world’s largest virtual power plants.
NextPower launches a new phase in Latin America with an integrated solar solutions portfolio and over 24 GW delivered
The company—formerly known as Nextracker—announced its rebranding and expanded technology offering during the Future Energy Summit Southern Cone 2025 in Santiago, Chile. NextPower has already supplied more than 24 GW across Latin America, including 3.5 GW in Chile alone.
Argentina attracts USD 685 million in bids to privatize major hydropower assets
A total of eight companies submitted proposals that, based on the highest bids for each concession, secure at least USD 684 million in revenue for the Argentine government at this stage.
Puerto Rico builds one of the world’s most powerful virtual battery plants
With more than 185,000 home batteries in place and 81,000 households sharing stored energy, the CBES+ platform strengthens Puerto Rico’s grid and helps avoid nighttime outages. The initiative may soon reach another 80,000 homes, forming one of the world’s largest virtual power plants.
NextPower launches a new phase in Latin America with an integrated solar solutions portfolio and over 24 GW delivered
The company—formerly known as Nextracker—announced its rebranding and expanded technology offering during the Future Energy Summit Southern Cone 2025 in Santiago, Chile. NextPower has already supplied more than 24 GW across Latin America, including 3.5 GW in Chile alone.
Argentina attracts USD 685 million in bids to privatize major hydropower assets
A total of eight companies submitted proposals that, based on the highest bids for each concession, secure at least USD 684 million in revenue for the Argentine government at this stage.
SolisStorage launches EverCore in Chile: A strategic milestone as the country leads LATAM’s energy-storage transition
EverCore integrates a single factory-assembled, ready-to-install solution combining a hybrid inverter, a battery system and an advanced energy management system (EMS). The rollout begins with two main configurations: 100/120 kWh paired with the SolisStorage 50/60 kW hybrid inverter, and 261 kWh paired with the SolisStorage 125 kW hybrid inverter. This marks SolisStorage’s expansion beyond inverter manufacturing toward full storage solutions.
Innovation and opportunity: What December will bring for solar PV in LATAM — and how APsystems is positioning itself to lead the transition
APsystems is rolling out new innovations in its products and services. Here’s what events and training activities you should keep on your radar to start 2026 with a competitive edge.
BYD reaches 10,000-vehicle milestone at its new Camaçari plant in Brazil
The facility is operating with two production shifts, and the models assembled in the country are already being delivered to dealerships nationwide.
Countdown in Chile: the sector awaits key decrees before the end of the year to reactivate renewable investments
The amendment of Supreme Decrees 10, 37, 88 and 125 must be completed before 27 December, as announced at the Future Energy Summit (FES) Southern Cone, where public and private representatives agreed that their publication is essential to reactivate halted investments, enable urgent works and ensure remuneration for batteries.
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How Latin America plans to scale renewables and storage: Experts gather December 9
On December 9, a high-level virtual event will explore technology integration, hybrid portfolio efficiency and long-term investment strategies toward 2026. Executives from Black & Veatch, Yingli Solar, Solis, SolaX Power, Risen Energy, GCL, Ventus and others will participate.
Puerto Rico builds one of the world’s most powerful virtual battery plants
With more than 185,000 home batteries in place and 81,000 households sharing stored energy, the CBES+ platform strengthens Puerto Rico’s grid and helps avoid nighttime outages. The initiative may soon reach another 80,000 homes, forming one of the world’s largest virtual power plants.
NextPower launches a new phase in Latin America with an integrated solar solutions portfolio and over 24 GW delivered
The company—formerly known as Nextracker—announced its rebranding and expanded technology offering during the Future Energy Summit Southern Cone 2025 in Santiago, Chile. NextPower has already supplied more than 24 GW across Latin America, including 3.5 GW in Chile alone.
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Countdown in Chile: the sector awaits key decrees before the end of the year to reactivate renewable investments
The amendment of Supreme Decrees 10, 37, 88 and 125 must be completed before 27 December, as announced at the Future Energy Summit (FES) Southern Cone, where public and private representatives agreed that their publication is essential to reactivate halted investments, enable urgent works and ensure remuneration for batteries.
SolisStorage launches EverCore in Chile: A strategic milestone as the country leads LATAM’s energy-storage transition
EverCore integrates a single factory-assembled, ready-to-install solution combining a hybrid inverter, a battery system and an advanced energy management system (EMS). The rollout begins with two main configurations: 100/120 kWh paired with the SolisStorage 50/60 kW hybrid inverter, and 261 kWh paired with the SolisStorage 125 kW hybrid inverter. This marks SolisStorage’s expansion beyond inverter manufacturing toward full storage solutions.
Innovation and opportunity: What December will bring for solar PV in LATAM — and how APsystems is positioning itself to lead the transition
APsystems is rolling out new innovations in its products and services. Here’s what events and training activities you should keep on your radar to start 2026 with a competitive edge.
BYD reaches 10,000-vehicle milestone at its new Camaçari plant in Brazil
The facility is operating with two production shifts, and the models assembled in the country are already being delivered to dealerships nationwide.
Countdown in Chile: the sector awaits key decrees before the end of the year to reactivate renewable investments
The amendment of Supreme Decrees 10, 37, 88 and 125 must be completed before 27 December, as announced at the Future Energy Summit (FES) Southern Cone, where public and private representatives agreed that their publication is essential to reactivate halted investments, enable urgent works and ensure remuneration for batteries.
Who pays for grid stability? Huawei challenges a growing global gap
During the opening panel of FES Chile, Felipe Rivero, Product Manager at Huawei Digital Power, warned that the power system is becoming less robust as synchronous machines are replaced by inverter-based resources. The solution exists—grid forming—but no one is paying for it yet.
Colombia risks energy bottlenecks without stable rules, Enel CEO warns
At the Future Energy Colombia Summit 2025, the company’s CEO warned that rising demand requires thinking in terms of “energy addition” rather than just transition. He said only players with strategic grid connection points will come out ahead, urging execution and regulatory stability to avoid an investment slowdown.
Tongwei Global Partner Summit 2025: Arctic protection, digital manufacturing and TNC 3.0 modules
Over two days of keynotes, technology sessions, factory visits and immersive brand experiences, Tongwei and its partners explored how to align long-term climate goals with concrete, bankable PV solutions in markets around the world.
Guatemala could lose 800MW of solar capacity if transmission grid is not expanded, experts warn
Astrid Perdomo, Executive Director of AGER, cautioned that without an urgent process to expand the national transmission network, solar projects currently under development may be unable to connect to the system. The association stressed that the existing infrastructure is already operating at its limit.
Mexico’s distributed generation surges to 4.7 GW in interconnection requests
More than half a million interconnection requests have been filed by users adopting decentralized power systems in Mexico. The latest figures confirm continuous growth that is reshaping the country’s energy model from the residential and commercial base.
“Latin America prepares for a BESS wave”: 8.2 Group plans technical expansion from Argentina across the region
The German engineering firm 8.2 Group e.V., with three decades of experience and a regional hub in Argentina, foresees a dynamic 2025 for solar PV, BESS storage and distributed generation. The company provides technical support from manufacturing to full operation, backed by European standards and an international network of specialists.
JA Solar enters the energy-storage market and brings together industry leaders in Chile
The event gathered key figures from Chile’s energy ecosystem and served as the stage for the official launch of Solar and Storage, an integrated solution that combines photovoltaic technology with energy-storage systems. Participants discussed emerging trends, regulatory challenges and Chile’s expanding role as a platform for energy innovation across the region.
Global PV manufacturer plans 60 MW of distributed solar in Colombia by 2025
At FES Colombia 2025, JA Solar highlighted the rapid expansion of distributed generation, which is now outpacing large-scale solar amid regulatory challenges and rising electricity demand.
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FES Iberia
12 February
FES Argentina
4-5 March
FES CA & Caribbean
20-21 April
FES Guatemala
14 May
FES Mexico
19 May
FES Peru
28 September
FES Colombia
1 October
FES Chile
28-29 October
FES Brazil
3 November
Spain’s grid saturation threatens renewable energy and data center investments: What changes is the sector demanding?
With 83.4% of grid connection points operating at full capacity, Spain faces a bottleneck that is slowing renewable energy deployment and large-scale electricity consumption. Grid expert Abelardo Reinoso estimates that up to €60 billion in investments are currently stalled, while companies begin considering relocation to countries with better grid availability. He calls for a regulatory overhaul based on dynamic planning, flexible access and measures to curb speculation.
IFEMA Madrid Breaks Record: 102,000 Leaders and Innovators to Drive a Greener Economy
Simultaneous staging of the International Week Electrification and Decarbonisation Week, with GENERA + MATELEC, together with C&R, has successfully convened a unique strategic platform for the HVAC, energy and electrification sectors in Europe.
Spain’s utilities warn: without swift investment, grid upgrades could stall energy transition
Aelēc urges immediate annual investments of €4.5–6.3 billion in distribution networks through 2030 to enable renewable integration, digitalization and rising electricity demand.
Spain’s grid saturation threatens renewable energy and data center investments: What changes is the sector demanding?
With 83.4% of grid connection points operating at full capacity, Spain faces a bottleneck that is slowing renewable energy deployment and large-scale electricity consumption. Grid expert Abelardo Reinoso estimates that up to €60 billion in investments are currently stalled, while companies begin considering relocation to countries with better grid availability. He calls for a regulatory overhaul based on dynamic planning, flexible access and measures to curb speculation.
IFEMA Madrid Breaks Record: 102,000 Leaders and Innovators to Drive a Greener Economy
Simultaneous staging of the International Week Electrification and Decarbonisation Week, with GENERA + MATELEC, together with C&R, has successfully convened a unique strategic platform for the HVAC, energy and electrification sectors in Europe.
Spain’s utilities warn: without swift investment, grid upgrades could stall energy transition
Aelēc urges immediate annual investments of €4.5–6.3 billion in distribution networks through 2030 to enable renewable integration, digitalization and rising electricity demand.
NextPower launches a new phase in Latin America with an integrated solar solutions portfolio and over 24 GW delivered
The company—formerly known as Nextracker—announced its rebranding and expanded technology offering during the Future Energy Summit Southern Cone 2025 in Santiago, Chile. NextPower has already supplied more than 24 GW across Latin America, including 3.5 GW in Chile alone.
Countdown in Chile: the sector awaits key decrees before the end of the year to reactivate renewable investments
The amendment of Supreme Decrees 10, 37, 88 and 125 must be completed before 27 December, as announced at the Future Energy Summit (FES) Southern Cone, where public and private representatives agreed that their publication is essential to reactivate halted investments, enable urgent works and ensure remuneration for batteries.
Tongwei Global Partner Summit 2025: Arctic protection, digital manufacturing and TNC 3.0 modules
Over two days of keynotes, technology sessions, factory visits and immersive brand experiences, Tongwei and its partners explored how to align long-term climate goals with concrete, bankable PV solutions in markets around the world.
NextPower launches a new phase in Latin America with an integrated solar solutions portfolio and over 24 GW delivered
The company—formerly known as Nextracker—announced its rebranding and expanded technology offering during the Future Energy Summit Southern Cone 2025 in Santiago, Chile. NextPower has already supplied more than 24 GW across Latin America, including 3.5 GW in Chile alone.
Countdown in Chile: the sector awaits key decrees before the end of the year to reactivate renewable investments
The amendment of Supreme Decrees 10, 37, 88 and 125 must be completed before 27 December, as announced at the Future Energy Summit (FES) Southern Cone, where public and private representatives agreed that their publication is essential to reactivate halted investments, enable urgent works and ensure remuneration for batteries.
Tongwei Global Partner Summit 2025: Arctic protection, digital manufacturing and TNC 3.0 modules
Over two days of keynotes, technology sessions, factory visits and immersive brand experiences, Tongwei and its partners explored how to align long-term climate goals with concrete, bankable PV solutions in markets around the world.
Europe needs €584 billion in grids by 2030: RGI discusses the risks and opportunities in the new package
Although the European Commission plans to formally present and adopt the European Grid Package in the fourth quarter of 2025, its impact will largely depend on the ability to address the issues already identified in the EU Grid Action Plan.
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120 GW deficit: Poland’s capacity market and the urgent need to balance renewables with flexible generation
In the 2024 energy auctions, Poland awarded more than 1.6 GW of renewable capacity, with 91% allocated to photovoltaic projects. Maciej Jakubik, an expert in EU regulations and policies at Forum Energii, explains to Strategic Energy Europe the reason behind this phenomenon and the regulatory challenges faced by wind projects.
We launched MPD: A new platform for data, regulations, and statistics on automotive and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Latin America
Mobility Portal Data is a new, exclusive market intelligence platform with reliable data and key reports for smart decision-making in the automotive sector, including both combustion and electric vehicles, as well as charging infrastructure.
Trump behind an “electric vehicle blackout” while challenging Mexico once again
The newly elected president of the United States reaffirmed his intention to “end the new ‘green deal'” and “revoke the mandate for electric vehicles,” with Elon Musk applauding. What could this mean for the Mexican automotive industry?
We launched MPD: A new platform for data, regulations, and statistics on automotive and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Latin America
Mobility Portal Data is a new, exclusive market intelligence platform with reliable data and key reports for smart decision-making in the automotive sector, including both combustion and electric vehicles, as well as charging infrastructure.
Trump behind an “electric vehicle blackout” while challenging Mexico once again
The newly elected president of the United States reaffirmed his intention to “end the new ‘green deal'” and “revoke the mandate for electric vehicles,” with Elon Musk applauding. What could this mean for the Mexican automotive industry?
Hayer (Renew Europe): “Europe must stay firm on the green transition despite Trump”
Driveco: “Our Goal is to Deploy Over 1,000 Charging Points and Invest €100 Million in CAPEX”
In a fragmented market, Driveco enters Spain with a strategic investment plan and a comprehensive approach to managing the entire value chain. Christian Revilla, Country Manager for Spain, shares exclusive insights with Mobility Portal Europe about the company’s roadmap to becoming a leader in destination charging.
Hayer (Renew Europe): “Europe must stay firm on the green transition despite Trump”
Driveco: “Our Goal is to Deploy Over 1,000 Charging Points and Invest €100 Million in CAPEX”
In a fragmented market, Driveco enters Spain with a strategic investment plan and a comprehensive approach to managing the entire value chain. Christian Revilla, Country Manager for Spain, shares exclusive insights with Mobility Portal Europe about the company’s roadmap to becoming a leader in destination charging.
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23 April
Storage: Opportunities in Latin America23 April
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20 – 21 MAY
Storage, Renewable and Electric Vehicles Integration Forum. 2° edition20 – 21 MAY
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12 Jun
Technological Innovation in Photovoltaics12 Jun
Webinar
30 July
Energy Revolution in the Andean Region30 July
IFEMA Madrid Breaks Record: 102,000 Leaders and Innovators to Drive a Greener Economy
Simultaneous staging of the International Week Electrification and Decarbonisation Week, with GENERA + MATELEC, together with C&R, has successfully convened a unique strategic platform for the HVAC, energy and electrification sectors in Europe.
Sungrow Drives Development of the UK’s Largest Battery Storage Project: Thorpe Marsh
The company announced its role as technology provider for the 1.4 GW / 3.1 GWh Thorpe Marsh battery energy storage system, developed by Fidra Energy.
Coca-Cola Argentina and Genneia Advance the Shift Toward Renewable Energy
The partnership will supply Coca-Cola’s concentrate plant in Buenos Aires and its storage center in Ezeiza with electricity generated from wind and solar energy sources.
Sungrow: “A Solar Plant with Storage Now Has a Lower CAPEX than a Thermal Power Plant”
Héctor Nuñez, North Latam Director at Sungrow, emphasized during FES Colombia that the steep decline in battery costs is enabling solar PV plants to integrate storage systems without compromising their economic viability.
Paraguay to Expand Its High-Voltage Transmission Grid with IDB Financing
The Inter-American Development Bank approved a USD 70 million loan to strengthen 500 kV and 220 kV infrastructure in the metropolitan area.
Marcelo Álvarez Elected as New President of the Argentine Chamber of Renewable Energy
The vote took place during CADER’s Ordinary General Assembly, where members reviewed the outgoing Board of Directors’ performance and elected a new Board to serve for the 2026–2027 term.
Honduras Advances with 54 MW of Public Solar Projects in Historically Underserved Regions
With three projects now operating in Brus Laguna, Guanaja and Patuca, the country has added 54 MW of state-owned solar capacity through an investment of 1.588 billion lempiras. This expansion aligns with a national roadmap targeting more than 3,000 MW of new renewable capacity by 2030 and comes just weeks before the presidential elections on 30 November.
Guatemala updates its energy expansion plans after transmission tender setback
The government is reassessing key infrastructure initiatives to strengthen the power grid, accelerate clean generation projects and improve long-term investment conditions across the electricity sector.



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