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December 17, 2025
OLACDE forecasts over 20 GW energy storage boom in Latin America

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 17, 2025 Keep reading

Latin America currently has just 3 GW of energy storage capacity versus 567 GW of power generation. According to OLACDE, the region will need USD 24 billion in investment by 2030 to ensure system flexibility and security, with Chile accounting for 70% of installed capacity.

December 17, 2025
Nexans identifies over 200 opportunities to optimise renewable projects in South America

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 17, 2025 Keep reading

The French cable manufacturer conducted on-site assessments at solar parks in Colombia, Chile and Peru, leading to the development of tools and solutions aimed at improving cable installation, cutting hidden costs and applying circular economy principles. The findings were revealed in an exclusive interview with Energía Estratégica.

December 16, 2025
Honduras’ political stalemate puts 1.5 GW power tender on hold

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

The Honduran power system remains on hold as electoral uncertainty drags on. Renewable energy stakeholders warn that the political paralysis is already affecting investment flows, payment obligations and strategic tenders.

December 16, 2025
Zelestra calls for clear rules in the Peruvian market as it moves forward with 1 GW of solar and assesses wind and storage

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

In an interview, Juan Pedro Aramburu, Zelestra’s Country Manager, called on the government to provide clear signals to move forward with the development of renewable energy. The company has three solar projects ready to begin in 2026, is exploring the possibility of hybridising them with energy storage, and is assessing its entry into the wind power sector in Peru.

December 16, 2025
Trina Solar eyes 2027 solar boom: “Colombia is going to take off”

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

The company anticipates a turning point in Colombia’s solar market starting in 2027 and is already preparing to play a central role in upcoming projects. With a portfolio combining modules, structures, and storage, it targets a minimum 15% market share.

December 16, 2025
Industry leaders foresee: «Energy storage will bridge renewables, grids and e-mobility»

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

During the second panel of Energía Estratégica’s Virtual Summit, executives from Ventus, Hellonext and SolaX Power discussed how battery energy storage systems (BESS), distributed generation and digitalisation can accelerate the energy transition across Latin America. “BESS will be the essential bridge between renewable generation, the power grid and mobility,” said Albert Ferrer.

December 16, 2025
ACCIONA Energía to sell solar and wind assets in the Americas for over $1bn

by info strategicenergycorp Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

The Spanish renewable energy company agreed to divest a 49% stake in a 1.3 GW solar portfolio in the United States, two wind farms in Mexico totaling 321 MW, and completed the sale of a wind project in Peru as part of its asset rotation strategy.

December 16, 2025
Above expands into AI-driven solar O&M, now monitoring more than 50 GW worldwide

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

The UK-based company combines drones, proprietary software and AI to digitalise every phase of a solar PV project. Its system is already operating in 54 countries, identifies faults with centimetre-level precision and eliminates the use of paper throughout construction and maintenance.

December 16, 2025
Chile’s GPM rebrands as Independent Power Generators Association

by Strategic Energy Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

Following the rebranding, the new GIE A.G. has joined the global network of Independent Power Producer (IPP) associations, strengthening its international backing and aligning with global standards and best practices. The association represents power generation companies with a presence across all 16 regions of Chile.

December 15, 2025
Chile elects José Antonio Kast as president: What would his energy plan prioritise?

by Strategic Energy Dec 15, 2025 Keep reading

The president-elect defeated ruling-coalition candidate Jeannette Jara and is advancing a pro-market energy agenda focused on consumer choice, streamlined permitting, tighter PMGD rules, and grid modernization without subsidies.

December 15, 2025
Argentina’s 2026 budget: Renewables seek tax stability after law extension fails

by Strategic Energy Dec 15, 2025 Keep reading

With Congress failing to extend Argentina’s main renewable energy incentive law, industry groups are pushing to include a fiscal stability clause in the 2026 federal budget to safeguard investment certainty.

December 15, 2025
Solis enters the BESS market and aims to lead in Latin America by 2026

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 15, 2025 Keep reading

The company has unveiled its storage solutions for the Southern Cone and expects to enter Colombia in 2025. At the same time, it is consolidating its regional presence with hybrid products, a focus on solar mini-farms and a team of over 1,000 R&D engineers.

December 15, 2025
Energy inflation in LAC rises to 1.31% year-on-year, according to OLACDE

by Strategic Energy Dec 15, 2025 Keep reading

After three consecutive months of decline, regional energy inflation in Latin America and the Caribbean increased again in September, driven by a 0.21% monthly rise. The OLACDE report also highlights an uptick in overall inflation and a marked contrast with the evolution of energy prices in OECD countries, where the rebound was more pronounced.

December 15, 2025
Argentine company SECCO expands on-site power generation solutions

by Strategic Energy Dec 15, 2025 Keep reading

SECCO positions itself at the forefront of energy solutions with on-site power generation projects that provide industries with cost savings, reliability, and full independence from the power grid.

December 12, 2025
Spain approves new grid access rules for demand and BESS as REE plans capacity map for February 2026

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

The latest decision by Spain’s National Commission for Markets and Competition (CNMC) establishes a new regulatory framework that redefines the technical criteria used to assess grid-access applications for electricity consumption, covering both large industrial users and battery energy storage systems (BESS) connected to the power system. As part of the rollout, on 2 February the national transmission system operator, Red Eléctrica de España (REE), will launch a new digital tool.

December 12, 2025
Latin America’s new renewable cycle: Storage, PPAs and emerging technologies shaping 2026

by info strategicenergycorp Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

As Latin America approaches a new renewable expansion phase toward 2026, industry executives highlight energy storage regulation, bankable power purchase agreements (PPAs), and cost-reducing technologies as the three strategic pillars defining the region’s clean energy growth.

December 12, 2025
Guatemala pushes ahead with power grid expansion despite failed transmission tender

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

In an exclusive interview with Energía Estratégica, the National Electric Energy Commission (CNEE) confirmed that power transmission infrastructure continues to expand. Since 2022, the country has added 450 km of lines and 1,600 MVA of capacity, and is already preparing a new tender. Energy storage is emerging as a key enabler for renewable integration.

December 12, 2025
“We are the Real Madrid of manufacturers”: The metaphor that reflects Sungrow’s pride in its technology

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

In an exclusive interview with Energía Estratégica during the FES Southern Cone, Gonzalo Feito, Sungrow’s Andean Region Director, reveals how the company has consolidated 10 GWh of energy storage in Chile, outlines its expansion strategy for Mexico and Peru, and explains why he believes the company holds a top-tier position among technology manufacturers in the renewables sector.

December 12, 2025
JA Solar transitions from module supplier to strategic partner in Latin America

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

At the Future Energy Summit Colombia, JA Solar announced its new strategy to become a comprehensive partner in solar projects across Latin America, combining technical and financial support with climate-adapted solutions for each country.

December 12, 2025
SOLETRAX secures 48 MW solar supply deal for major project in Spain

by Strategic Energy Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

The agreement includes 13 MW of fixed-tilt mounting structures and 35 MW of single-row 1P solar trackers, engineered to maximise energy yield and ensure long-term performance.

December 11, 2025
IDAE’s Carmen López outlines upcoming support schemes for hydropower storage and renewables, signalling optimism for the sector

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 11, 2025 Keep reading

Carmen López, Director of Renewable Energy and the Electricity Market at Spain’s Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE), outlined the new funding lines soon to be launched to deploy the remaining EU budget, boosting prospects for storage, repowering and innovative renewable solutions.

December 17, 2025
OLACDE forecasts over 20 GW energy storage boom in Latin America

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 17, 2025 Keep reading

December 17, 2025
Nexans identifies over 200 opportunities to optimise renewable projects in South America

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 17, 2025 Keep reading

December 16, 2025
Honduras’ political stalemate puts 1.5 GW power tender on hold

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

December 16, 2025
Zelestra calls for clear rules in the Peruvian market as it moves forward with 1 GW of solar and assesses wind and storage

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 16, 2025 Keep reading

December 12, 2025
“We are the Real Madrid of manufacturers”: The metaphor that reflects Sungrow’s pride in its technology

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

December 12, 2025
JA Solar transitions from module supplier to strategic partner in Latin America

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

December 12, 2025
SOLETRAX secures 48 MW solar supply deal for major project in Spain

by Strategic Energy Dec 12, 2025 Keep reading

The agreement includes 13 MW of fixed-tilt mounting structures and 35 MW of single-row 1P solar trackers, engineered to maximise energy yield and ensure long-term performance.