Mexico’s CFE mixed investment contract explained: Key clauses and what they mean for private investors
Trust structures, enhanced guarantees, capped returns, and CFE’s majority control are the pillars of the draft contract that will govern the 7,500 MW mixed-investment tender. But in a process marked by record oversubscription, the key question is no longer only who will bid the lowest, but which projects will be truly bankable.
Spain’s grid operator Red Eléctrica identifies more than 70 grid nodes for demand access tenders as energy storage gains ground
The map published by the system operator raises expectations for new tenders following the 928 MW awarded, while applications are beginning to reveal which grid nodes could face the next wave of capacity pressure and which technologies are gaining ground.
From market intelligence to CEO: Patricia Tatto’s renewable energy journey
After more than 15 years in the energy sector, Patricia Tatto has built a 360-degree career spanning global market intelligence, renewable project development across Latin America and advocacy for gender inclusion. Her latest milestone is taking the helm as CEO of Genux Power amid a rapidly transforming energy landscape.
Rafael Díaz Maciel: “We have the first battery that cannot catch fire”
OPSLAG Green Power is seeking to position itself in demanding segments such as data centres, where reliability and operational continuity are critical, while promising improvements in performance, lifespan and project bankability.
Spain’s grid operator Red Eléctrica identifies more than 70 grid nodes for demand access tenders as energy storage gains ground
The map published by the system operator raises expectations for new tenders following the 928 MW awarded, while applications are beginning to reveal which grid nodes could face the next wave of capacity pressure and which technologies are gaining ground.
From market intelligence to CEO: Patricia Tatto’s renewable energy journey
After more than 15 years in the energy sector, Patricia Tatto has built a 360-degree career spanning global market intelligence, renewable project development across Latin America and advocacy for gender inclusion. Her latest milestone is taking the helm as CEO of Genux Power amid a rapidly transforming energy landscape.
Rafael Díaz Maciel: “We have the first battery that cannot catch fire”
OPSLAG Green Power is seeking to position itself in demanding segments such as data centres, where reliability and operational continuity are critical, while promising improvements in performance, lifespan and project bankability.
Wind sector urges Europe to make electrification a strategic priority
At WindEurope’s annual event in Madrid, the sector warned that replacing fossil fuel imports with locally generated renewable electricity is essential to strengthen energy security, stabilise prices and restore Europe’s industrial competitiveness.
Nextpower launches Brazil’s first utility-scale low-carbon solar trackers
Casa dos Ventos’ Paraíso Project showcases a decarbonisation model for utility-scale solar in Latin America, combining low-carbon steel, advanced tracker technology and emissions traceability.
Dominican Republic signals new 800 MWh+ storage tender wave at FES Caribbean
Edward Veras, Executive Director of the CNE, and Andrés Astacio, Superintendent of Electricity, unveiled details of new calls for solar PV and storage, alongside regulatory changes and market signals aimed at consolidating the power system following the country’s renewable energy boom.
Colombia reshapes renewable auction with new rules for storage and hybrids
The mechanism incorporates four products, refinances guarantees, and for the first time creates a dedicated space for storage and hybrid projects, while the award process scheduled for July reactivates renewable contracting in the country.
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Mexico’s CFE mixed investment contract explained: Key clauses and what they mean for private investors
Trust structures, enhanced guarantees, capped returns, and CFE’s majority control are the pillars of the draft contract that will govern the 7,500 MW mixed-investment tender. But in a process marked by record oversubscription, the key question is no longer only who will bid the lowest, but which projects will be truly bankable.
Spain’s grid operator Red Eléctrica identifies more than 70 grid nodes for demand access tenders as energy storage gains ground
The map published by the system operator raises expectations for new tenders following the 928 MW awarded, while applications are beginning to reveal which grid nodes could face the next wave of capacity pressure and which technologies are gaining ground.
From market intelligence to CEO: Patricia Tatto’s renewable energy journey
After more than 15 years in the energy sector, Patricia Tatto has built a 360-degree career spanning global market intelligence, renewable project development across Latin America and advocacy for gender inclusion. Her latest milestone is taking the helm as CEO of Genux Power amid a rapidly transforming energy landscape.
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Colombia reshapes renewable auction with new rules for storage and hybrids
The mechanism incorporates four products, refinances guarantees, and for the first time creates a dedicated space for storage and hybrid projects, while the award process scheduled for July reactivates renewable contracting in the country.
Wind sector urges Europe to make electrification a strategic priority
At WindEurope’s annual event in Madrid, the sector warned that replacing fossil fuel imports with locally generated renewable electricity is essential to strengthen energy security, stabilise prices and restore Europe’s industrial competitiveness.
Nextpower launches Brazil’s first utility-scale low-carbon solar trackers
Casa dos Ventos’ Paraíso Project showcases a decarbonisation model for utility-scale solar in Latin America, combining low-carbon steel, advanced tracker technology and emissions traceability.
Dominican Republic signals new 800 MWh+ storage tender wave at FES Caribbean
Edward Veras, Executive Director of the CNE, and Andrés Astacio, Superintendent of Electricity, unveiled details of new calls for solar PV and storage, alongside regulatory changes and market signals aimed at consolidating the power system following the country’s renewable energy boom.
Colombia reshapes renewable auction with new rules for storage and hybrids
The mechanism incorporates four products, refinances guarantees, and for the first time creates a dedicated space for storage and hybrid projects, while the award process scheduled for July reactivates renewable contracting in the country.
Spain’s grid maps reveal structural barriers to renewable growth
New grid access capacity maps published by Spain’s CNMC reveal mounting constraints in both demand and generation connections. While the tool improves transparency, industry experts warn the congestion reflects stalled projects and structural bottlenecks that are already shaping investment decisions and threatening the pace of renewable energy deployment.
Jinko Solar: “Argentina is now a cutting-edge solar market and financially more stable”
The global manufacturer highlights the maturity of the local market, which now totals 7,980 MW of installed renewables, and reaffirms its commitment: Argentina represents 25% of its business in Latin America.
Peru unveils 2.4 GW solar pipeline to boost energy security
Thirteen utility-scale solar projects with final generation concessions—mainly in southern Peru—are set to more than triple the country’s installed solar capacity by 2028, reinforcing energy security and accelerating the shift towards renewable energy.
CFE tightens rules as 38 GW compete in Mexico’s 7.5 GW renewables tender
With nearly 38 GW of oversubscribed capacity competing for 7.5 GW, Mexico’s Federal Electricity Commission has revised the timetable for its mixed tender and set contract signing for 8 June. The market expects prices between USD 35 and 70/MWh, alongside mandatory storage requirements and stricter financial thresholds.
Argentina’s market liberalisation pushes Goldwind into integrated, multibrand solutions
With more than 700 MW under contract and turbine technology reaching 8 MW, the company is reshaping its value proposition in Argentina by adding financing, O&M and new services to sustain project viability.
Ventus expands across the Americas with EPC and storage growth push
Manuel Bervejillo, the company’s Global Business Development and Engineering Director, outlined how Ventus plans to expand more strongly into Central America, the Caribbean and North America, following the construction of nearly 3 GW across Latin America.
Atlas Renewable Energy secures financial close for 128.8 MW solar project in Colombia
The project reached financial close under a project finance structure backed by COP 292.1 billion in debt and COP 58.38 billion in letters of credit, supporting construction of the 128.8 MWdc solar PV plant in Córdoba.
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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3 November
Spain’s grid operator Red Eléctrica identifies more than 70 grid nodes for demand access tenders as energy storage gains ground
The map published by the system operator raises expectations for new tenders following the 928 MW awarded, while applications are beginning to reveal which grid nodes could face the next wave of capacity pressure and which technologies are gaining ground.
Spain’s new royal decree reduces risk but fails to unlock storage bankability
The new framework accelerates permitting, improves visibility on grid capacity and tightens speculative access, but energy storage still depends on variable revenues in the absence of a capacity market, as warned by Andrés Pinilla Antón of Risen Energy.
Spain’s window for solar PPAs narrows as new Royal Decree seeks to ease market pressure
With captured solar prices falling below €15/MWh and more than 40 GW competing for 30 GW of demand, the market is reshaping contracts. “The window is closed from the seller’s perspective,” warns Álvaro de Simón, while Royal Decree-Law 7/2026—already ratified—introduces key relief measures for the industry, such as an 80% reduction in grid charges and the expansion of self-consumption schemes to a 5 km radius.
Spain’s grid operator Red Eléctrica identifies more than 70 grid nodes for demand access tenders as energy storage gains ground
The map published by the system operator raises expectations for new tenders following the 928 MW awarded, while applications are beginning to reveal which grid nodes could face the next wave of capacity pressure and which technologies are gaining ground.
Spain’s new royal decree reduces risk but fails to unlock storage bankability
The new framework accelerates permitting, improves visibility on grid capacity and tightens speculative access, but energy storage still depends on variable revenues in the absence of a capacity market, as warned by Andrés Pinilla Antón of Risen Energy.
Spain’s window for solar PPAs narrows as new Royal Decree seeks to ease market pressure
With captured solar prices falling below €15/MWh and more than 40 GW competing for 30 GW of demand, the market is reshaping contracts. “The window is closed from the seller’s perspective,” warns Álvaro de Simón, while Royal Decree-Law 7/2026—already ratified—introduces key relief measures for the industry, such as an 80% reduction in grid charges and the expansion of self-consumption schemes to a 5 km radius.
Mexico’s CFE mixed investment contract explained: Key clauses and what they mean for private investors
Trust structures, enhanced guarantees, capped returns, and CFE’s majority control are the pillars of the draft contract that will govern the 7,500 MW mixed-investment tender. But in a process marked by record oversubscription, the key question is no longer only who will bid the lowest, but which projects will be truly bankable.
Mexico rolls out three new regulations and sets the course for energy storage: what are the key takeaways?
The new provisions enable the integration and participation of energy storage through specific services, while also establishing a framework for the voluntary migration of permits into the new market under contracts with CFE.
Peru publishes one of the regulations under Law 32249 after more than a year of delays: what changes in the electricity market
The new regulation sets the framework to incorporate flexibility into the power system, enables the participation of new players, and defines key technical and economic conditions, at a time when the sector still holds more than USD 12 billion in projects awaiting regulatory clarity.
Mexico’s CFE mixed investment contract explained: Key clauses and what they mean for private investors
Trust structures, enhanced guarantees, capped returns, and CFE’s majority control are the pillars of the draft contract that will govern the 7,500 MW mixed-investment tender. But in a process marked by record oversubscription, the key question is no longer only who will bid the lowest, but which projects will be truly bankable.
Mexico rolls out three new regulations and sets the course for energy storage: what are the key takeaways?
The new provisions enable the integration and participation of energy storage through specific services, while also establishing a framework for the voluntary migration of permits into the new market under contracts with CFE.
Peru publishes one of the regulations under Law 32249 after more than a year of delays: what changes in the electricity market
The new regulation sets the framework to incorporate flexibility into the power system, enables the participation of new players, and defines key technical and economic conditions, at a time when the sector still holds more than USD 12 billion in projects awaiting regulatory clarity.
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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Interview: How LONGi “rescued” a solar project in Panama with anti-shading tech
A solar PV project in Panama on the brink of cancellation due to shading losses was revived using LONGi’s Hi-MO X10 module. The case highlights how advanced anti-shading technology can outperform initial expectations in complex environments.
Global wind energy grows 40%: 165 GW installed in 2025 — which markets are driving the growth?
Wind industry sets a new benchmark, as installations hit a record 165 GW last year. China, USA and India lead new wind capacity additions driven by high demand for onshore wind. Global wind power hits 1,299 GW, as governments turn to homegrown renewable energy.
Brazil moves to free up grid capacity with generator exit scheme
Regulator ANEEL launches a public consultation on a voluntary mechanism to revoke generation concessions and terminate transmission-use contracts, aiming to free up grid capacity tied to non-viable projects.
October 2026: “FES Government & Investment” launched within the XI Energy Week
FES Government & Investment will take place on 7–8 October as part of an agenda that includes energy ministers, regulatory bodies and electricity sector representatives from the 27 member countries of the Latin American Energy Organisation (OLADE).
Today: Caribbean energy summit opens amid surge in renewables and storage investment
The Future Energy Summit event in the Dominican Republic brings together policymakers and industry leaders amid record tenders, growing renewable energy investment and key regulatory milestones.
Argentina’s 700 MW BESS tender set for oversubscription and lower prices
Government and industry anticipate record participation in the 700 MW battery storage auction, with offers potentially quadrupling the awarded capacity despite rising CAPEX and tight timelines to 2027.
Dominican Republic renewable tender draws 1.5 GW: storage rises, margins tighten
With more than 1.5 GW bid against an initial 600 MW, the process highlights strong competition and pressure on margins. Energy storage gains ground, while the grid emerges as the main constraint on sustained growth.
Vestas doubles down on Argentina as a core wind power market
With nearly 3 GW in operation and 350 MW under construction, the company is deepening its presence through long-term contracts, locally adapted technological development and expanded in-country capabilities across the value chain.



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