February 12, 2026FES Iberia goes live: Industry leaders shape Spain’s storage and renewables future
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Future Energy Summit Iberia Renewables & Storage brings together hundreds of public and private sector leaders to define the roadmap for energy storage, distributed generation and renewable energy policy in Spain. Join the live broadcast and follow the debate in real time.
February 12, 2026Long-term auction with BESS in Colombia: Are regulatory signals sufficient?
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The inclusion of battery energy storage systems in Colombia’s upcoming long-term auction shifts the debate from technology to revenue structure, raising concerns over project finance viability and bankability under the current regulatory framework.
February 12, 2026Spain regulates independent aggregators, unlocking new power flexibility model
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The new framework allows independent aggregators to combine demand, generation and storage to participate in electricity markets, strengthening demand-side response and supporting renewable energy integration in line with EU Directive 2019/944.
February 12, 2026Mexico’s CFE opens PPP framework, drawing bank and fund interest
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Energy consultants say the Federal Electricity Commission’s mixed contracts could accelerate project delivery and unlock investment in renewables and grid infrastructure, as electricity demand is set to rise 3–5% annually.
February 12, 2026FES Iberia goes live: Industry leaders shape Spain’s storage and renewables future
February 12, 2026Future Energy Summit Iberia Renewables & Storage brings together hundreds of public and private sector leaders to define the roadmap for energy storage, distributed generation and renewable energy policy in Spain. Join the live broadcast and follow the debate in real time.
February 12, 2026Long-term auction with BESS in Colombia: Are regulatory signals sufficient?
February 12, 2026The inclusion of battery energy storage systems in Colombia’s upcoming long-term auction shifts the debate from technology to revenue structure, raising concerns over project finance viability and bankability under the current regulatory framework.
February 12, 2026Spain regulates independent aggregators, unlocking new power flexibility model
February 12, 2026The new framework allows independent aggregators to combine demand, generation and storage to participate in electricity markets, strengthening demand-side response and supporting renewable energy integration in line with EU Directive 2019/944.
February 12, 2026Mexico’s CFE opens PPP framework, drawing bank and fund interest
February 12, 2026Energy consultants say the Federal Electricity Commission’s mixed contracts could accelerate project delivery and unlock investment in renewables and grid infrastructure, as electricity demand is set to rise 3–5% annually.
February 12, 2026Long-term auction with BESS in Colombia: Are regulatory signals sufficient?
February 12, 2026The inclusion of battery energy storage systems in Colombia’s upcoming long-term auction shifts the debate from technology to revenue structure, raising concerns over project finance viability and bankability under the current regulatory framework.
February 12, 2026Spain regulates independent aggregators, unlocking new power flexibility model
February 12, 2026The new framework allows independent aggregators to combine demand, generation and storage to participate in electricity markets, strengthening demand-side response and supporting renewable energy integration in line with EU Directive 2019/944.
February 12, 2026Mexico’s CFE opens PPP framework, drawing bank and fund interest
February 12, 2026Energy consultants say the Federal Electricity Commission’s mixed contracts could accelerate project delivery and unlock investment in renewables and grid infrastructure, as electricity demand is set to rise 3–5% annually.
February 12, 2026ACCIONA Energía to deploy 1 GWh BESS at major Chile solar plant
February 12, 2026The agreement covers the supply of 1 GWh of battery storage capacity for the 238 MWp Malgarida solar PV plant in Chile’s Atacama Desert, strengthening renewable energy integration and long-term investment in the country.
February 12, 2026Zelestra secures €130m to finance 500 MW international renewables pipeline
February 12, 2026The syndicated bond and equity facility, backed by Spain’s ICO and export credit agency Cesce, will support contracted renewable energy projects in Italy, Germany and the United States under the company’s Green Financing Framework.
February 11, 2026Spain starts 2026 with renewables supplying over 56% of power mix
February 11, 2026More than 80 GW of installed renewable capacity underpin a strong start to the year, as new project permitting exceeds 1.6 GW in just three weeks despite a 2% drop in electricity demand.
February 11, 2026Hugo Briones appointed Chile’s Energy Undersecretary under new president Kast
February 11, 2026The veteran power sector executive will take office in March 2026, joining President-elect José Antonio Kast’s administration amid regulatory reforms, grid reliability concerns and growing debate over distributed generation and energy storage.
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February 12, 2026FES Iberia goes live: Industry leaders shape Spain’s storage and renewables future
February 12, 2026Future Energy Summit Iberia Renewables & Storage brings together hundreds of public and private sector leaders to define the roadmap for energy storage, distributed generation and renewable energy policy in Spain. Join the live broadcast and follow the debate in real time.
February 12, 2026Long-term auction with BESS in Colombia: Are regulatory signals sufficient?
February 12, 2026The inclusion of battery energy storage systems in Colombia’s upcoming long-term auction shifts the debate from technology to revenue structure, raising concerns over project finance viability and bankability under the current regulatory framework.
February 12, 2026Spain regulates independent aggregators, unlocking new power flexibility model
February 12, 2026The new framework allows independent aggregators to combine demand, generation and storage to participate in electricity markets, strengthening demand-side response and supporting renewable energy integration in line with EU Directive 2019/944.
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February 11, 2026Hugo Briones appointed Chile’s Energy Undersecretary under new president Kast
February 11, 2026The veteran power sector executive will take office in March 2026, joining President-elect José Antonio Kast’s administration amid regulatory reforms, grid reliability concerns and growing debate over distributed generation and energy storage.
February 12, 2026ACCIONA Energía to deploy 1 GWh BESS at major Chile solar plant
February 12, 2026The agreement covers the supply of 1 GWh of battery storage capacity for the 238 MWp Malgarida solar PV plant in Chile’s Atacama Desert, strengthening renewable energy integration and long-term investment in the country.
February 12, 2026Zelestra secures €130m to finance 500 MW international renewables pipeline
February 12, 2026The syndicated bond and equity facility, backed by Spain’s ICO and export credit agency Cesce, will support contracted renewable energy projects in Italy, Germany and the United States under the company’s Green Financing Framework.
February 11, 2026Spain starts 2026 with renewables supplying over 56% of power mix
February 11, 2026More than 80 GW of installed renewable capacity underpin a strong start to the year, as new project permitting exceeds 1.6 GW in just three weeks despite a 2% drop in electricity demand.
February 11, 2026Hugo Briones appointed Chile’s Energy Undersecretary under new president Kast
February 11, 2026The veteran power sector executive will take office in March 2026, joining President-elect José Antonio Kast’s administration amid regulatory reforms, grid reliability concerns and growing debate over distributed generation and energy storage.
February 11, 2026Guatemala doubles solar output and targets 1 GW of new renewables by 2040
February 11, 2026Electricity demand has risen 15% in two years to 14,575 GWh, pushing renewables to 62.3% of the power mix. The government now plans to add 1,000 MW of clean capacity by 2040, backed by grid, storage and digital upgrades.
February 11, 2026Industry warns EU carbon border reform risks undermining clean investment
February 11, 2026International industry groups linked to hydrogen, fertilisers and steel say a potential partial suspension of the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism would create regulatory uncertainty, delay decarbonisation projects and affect trade and exports to the bloc.
February 10, 2026Argentina’spower market shift: What distributors need to buy electricity directly
February 10, 2026Claudio Bulacio, manager at ADEERA, outlines the conditions required for Argentina’s new electricity supply model, under which distribution companies will have to contract up to 75% of their demand directly from generators: cost-reflective tariffs, regulatory approval and smart grids.
February 10, 2026Spain fast-tracks nearly 572 MW of solar-linked battery storage in three weeks
February 10, 2026Battery projects led by Iberdrola, Galp, OPD Energy and Ignis target the hybridisation of existing and planned solar PV plants, with Castilla-La Mancha and Extremadura emerging as key hubs amid strong IDAE incentives backed by EU funds.
February 10, 2026Dicoma tops 100 MW in Latin America and moves into utility-scale renewables
February 10, 2026After building a strong distributed generation portfolio across Colombia, Mexico and Central America, the Costa Rican company is pivoting towards utility-scale solar and wind projects, aiming to capitalise on a new wave of multi-gigawatt renewable energy tenders in the region.
February 10, 2026Honduras’ energy sector watches closely as Oviedo takes dual leadership role
February 10, 2026Eduardo Oviedo assumes the helm of the Energy Ministry while serving as interim head of the state-owned utility ENEE, at a time when a 1.5 GW power tender is already underway and major sector reforms remain in focus.
February 10, 2026Peru’s largest wind project nears completion, set to supply 600 GWh annually
February 10, 2026The project is progressing on schedule, with 20 wind turbines already installed and commissioning milestones being met.
November 20, 2025Global PV manufacturer plans 60 MW of distributed solar in Colombia by 2025
November 20, 2025At 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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4-5 March
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20-21 April
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19 May
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28 September
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1 October
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28-29 October
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3 November
February 12, 2026Spain regulates independent aggregators, unlocking new power flexibility model
February 12, 2026The new framework allows independent aggregators to combine demand, generation and storage to participate in electricity markets, strengthening demand-side response and supporting renewable energy integration in line with EU Directive 2019/944.
January 21, 2026Spain introduces new “Anti-Blackout” grid rules, reshaping the outlook for renewables
January 21, 2026Spain’s national markets and competition regulator has approved permanent amendments to electricity operating procedures 3.1, 3.2 and 7.2, aimed at curbing abrupt voltage fluctuations and strengthening grid stability.
January 12, 2026Spain takes over IRENA vice presidency following U.S. withdrawal
January 12, 2026Spain will serve as Vice President of the 16th Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), reinforcing its role in global energy governance at a time when renewables already supply 57% of the country’s electricity demand. The appointment comes amid the withdrawal of the United States from the agency.
February 12, 2026Spain regulates independent aggregators, unlocking new power flexibility model
February 12, 2026The new framework allows independent aggregators to combine demand, generation and storage to participate in electricity markets, strengthening demand-side response and supporting renewable energy integration in line with EU Directive 2019/944.
January 21, 2026Spain introduces new “Anti-Blackout” grid rules, reshaping the outlook for renewables
January 21, 2026Spain’s national markets and competition regulator has approved permanent amendments to electricity operating procedures 3.1, 3.2 and 7.2, aimed at curbing abrupt voltage fluctuations and strengthening grid stability.
January 12, 2026Spain takes over IRENA vice presidency following U.S. withdrawal
January 12, 2026Spain will serve as Vice President of the 16th Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), reinforcing its role in global energy governance at a time when renewables already supply 57% of the country’s electricity demand. The appointment comes amid the withdrawal of the United States from the agency.
February 11, 2026Hugo Briones appointed Chile’s Energy Undersecretary under new president Kast
February 11, 2026The veteran power sector executive will take office in March 2026, joining President-elect José Antonio Kast’s administration amid regulatory reforms, grid reliability concerns and growing debate over distributed generation and energy storage.
February 11, 2026Fenix Energy signals shift to PPA-driven renewable market in Argentina
February 11, 2026Following regulatory changes under Resolution SE No. 400, Argentina’s electricity market is entering a new phase in which long-term contracting will become essential for large consumers and distributors. Fenix Energy warns that companies delaying procurement decisions could face higher spot exposure and rising marginal prices.
January 16, 2026Casa dos Ventos and Ascenty sign Latin America’s largest renewable deal for data centers
January 16, 2026The USD 500 million agreement will supply 110 MW of clean power, strengthening long-term renewable energy procurement for hyperscale data centers in Brazil.
February 11, 2026Hugo Briones appointed Chile’s Energy Undersecretary under new president Kast
February 11, 2026The veteran power sector executive will take office in March 2026, joining President-elect José Antonio Kast’s administration amid regulatory reforms, grid reliability concerns and growing debate over distributed generation and energy storage.
February 11, 2026Fenix Energy signals shift to PPA-driven renewable market in Argentina
February 11, 2026Following regulatory changes under Resolution SE No. 400, Argentina’s electricity market is entering a new phase in which long-term contracting will become essential for large consumers and distributors. Fenix Energy warns that companies delaying procurement decisions could face higher spot exposure and rising marginal prices.
January 16, 2026Casa dos Ventos and Ascenty sign Latin America’s largest renewable deal for data centers
January 16, 2026The USD 500 million agreement will supply 110 MW of clean power, strengthening long-term renewable energy procurement for hyperscale data centers in Brazil.
July 11, 2025Europe needs €584 billion in grids by 2030: RGI discusses the risks and opportunities in the new package
July 11, 2025Although 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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January 27, 2025120 GW deficit: Poland’s capacity market and the urgent need to balance renewables with flexible generation
January 27, 2025In 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.
April 29, 2025We launched MPD: A new platform for data, regulations, and statistics on automotive and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Latin America
April 29, 2025Mobility 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.
January 27, 2025Trump behind an “electric vehicle blackout” while challenging Mexico once again
January 27, 2025The 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?
April 29, 2025We launched MPD: A new platform for data, regulations, and statistics on automotive and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Latin America
April 29, 2025Mobility 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.
January 27, 2025Trump behind an “electric vehicle blackout” while challenging Mexico once again
January 27, 2025The 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?
February 4, 2025Hayer (Renew Europe): “Europe must stay firm on the green transition despite Trump”
February 4, 2025
February 2, 2025Driveco: “Our Goal is to Deploy Over 1,000 Charging Points and Invest €100 Million in CAPEX”
February 2, 2025In 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.
February 4, 2025Hayer (Renew Europe): “Europe must stay firm on the green transition despite Trump”
February 4, 2025
February 2, 2025Driveco: “Our Goal is to Deploy Over 1,000 Charging Points and Invest €100 Million in CAPEX”
February 2, 2025In 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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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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Technological Innovation in Photovoltaics12 Jun
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30 July
Energy Revolution in the Andean Region30 July
February 9, 2026Grenergy energises 272 MW solar and 1.1 GWh storage phase in Chile’s Oasis de Atacama
February 9, 2026Grenergy has commissioned the fourth stage of its flagship Oasis de Atacama project, adding 272 MW of solar PV capacity and 1.1 GWh of battery energy storage, further strengthening Chile’s utility-scale renewable portfolio.
February 9, 2026Colombia launches 2026 royalties call to fund distributed generation and renewables
February 9, 2026Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy has launched a nationwide call to channel royalties into electrification, energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, with a cap of COP 5 billion per project.
February 6, 2026FES Argentina 2026: executives debate the country’s new power market for renewables
February 6, 2026The event, taking place on 4–5 March in Buenos Aires, will bring together senior executives and energy authorities to analyse investments, technologies and market prospects amid a structural shift in Argentina’s power sector.
February 6, 2026Mexico adds 2.3 GW to its renewable energy pipeline in just two months
February 6, 2026Between December 2025 and January 2026, more than 2,300 MW of renewable energy projects were submitted for environmental permitting in Mexico, underlining strong momentum in solar and wind power led by the state-owned utility CFE.
February 6, 2026Barbados launches first competitive BESS auction, reshaping the Caribbean power market
February 6, 2026The competitive process will award 60 MW / 240 MWh of battery energy storage systems. It marks the first time Barbados has used price-based competition in its power sector, creating a potential blueprint for other Caribbean markets.
February 6, 2026Chile launches 3 GW HVDC Kimal–Lo Aguirre line to ease renewable grid congestion
February 6, 2026The 1,346-km project led by Conexión Energía will move up to 3 GW from northern Chile to the country’s main demand centre, easing grid congestion and enabling large-scale renewable integration through HVDC technology—used in Chile for the first time.
February 6, 2026Pemex unveils 2026 renewable roadmap focused on offshore wind and green hydrogen
February 6, 2026The Mexican state-owned oil company has presented a forward-looking strategy centred on clean energy sources, including offshore wind, geothermal power and green hydrogen, signalling a strategic shift in its long-term business model and Mexico’s energy transition.
February 6, 2026Solar boats from the Amazon: Kara Solar aims to deploy 10,000 units by 2030
February 6, 2026Based in the Achuar territory of Ecuador, this electric river transport model combines Indigenous technicians, community solar charging stations and jungle-adapted motors. The goal is to replace fossil fuels and offer a sustainable alternative to road expansion in strategic areas of the Amazon basin.
