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March 16, 2026
Argentina’s AlmaSADI tender targets 700 MW of BESS across the grid

by Strategic Energy Mar 16, 2026 Keep reading

The AlmaSADI call for proposals aims to award 700 MW of BESS capacity. However, Argentina’s wholesale electricity market operator CAMMESA clarified that the total capacity allocated across nodes approaches 1,000 MW, enabling competition not only within regions but also between them. In addition, project locations differ according to system criticality, with some nodes offering advantages over others.

March 16, 2026
Chile’s power generators urge regulatory clarity as new government takes office

by Strategic Energy Mar 16, 2026 Keep reading

Industry association Generadoras de Chile says the country’s accelerating electrification requires regulatory clarity, stronger system operation rules and sustainable growth in the electricity market.

March 13, 2026
Guatemala’s renewable auction attracts nearly 2 GW of bids and raises grid concerns

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 13, 2026 Keep reading

The procurement process to add new power capacity exceeded industry expectations, receiving renewable energy bids close to 2 GW. However, strengthening the transmission network has emerged as the key challenge to accommodate rising electricity demand and connect future projects.

March 13, 2026
PCR CEO warns: Argentina’s renewable boom will follow new power demand

by Strategic Energy Mar 13, 2026 Keep reading

At Future Energy Summit Argentina, PCR CEO Martín Brandi said renewable energy projects will accelerate once electricity demand grows again. Meanwhile, the company advances a 185.6 MW wind project under the RIGI investment regime and grid expansion works.

March 13, 2026
APsystems: Battery storage in distributed generation is now a necessity

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 13, 2026 Keep reading

The company’s LATAM Branch Manager, Gustavo Marín, stated that storage costs have reached a balance point that enables their adoption in residential, commercial and industrial systems. He also analysed the potential impact in Argentina and how batteries could be integrated into the country’s 125 MW of installed distributed generation capacity.

March 12, 2026
FES Caribe’s fifth edition approaches amid key renewable and BESS tenders

by Strategic Energy Mar 12, 2026 Keep reading

With just over a month until the event in Santo Domingo, energy sector leaders are preparing to analyse new investment opportunities, capacity procurement processes and the growth of battery energy storage across Central America and the Caribbean.

March 12, 2026
Peru power prices surge above $250/MWh after gas supply disruption

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 12, 2026 Keep reading

A pipeline incident affecting the Camisea gas system triggered emergency measures and forced greater use of liquid fuels in power generation. The episode is reviving debate over renewable energy expansion, battery storage and grid resilience.

March 12, 2026
Solar executive Carolina Nester turns renewable energy into children’s books

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 12, 2026 Keep reading

After years working in solar PV, energy storage and the energy transition, Circular Synergies Board Advisor Carolina Nester launches a children’s book collection explaining renewable energy and recycling through stories and activities.

March 11, 2026
Panama receives seven bids in renewable tender for up to 260 MW

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 11, 2026 Keep reading

Wind and hydropower projects submitted under ETESA’s LPI No. 01-25 could deliver up to 260.57 MW of combined capacity, although actual monthly output will fluctuate due to the variability of wind resources.

March 11, 2026
Without grid access or capacity payments, pumped storage investment will stall, Iberdrola warns

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 11, 2026 Keep reading

The Director of Planning, Regulation and Investments at Iberdrola stated that the standstill in grid access and the lack of long-term economic signals are slowing new investments in energy storage. He called for regulatory certainty for projects with a lifespan exceeding 50 years.

March 11, 2026
Industrial sector and Mexican states demand a transition to clean energy amid the USMCA review

by Strategic Energy Mar 11, 2026 Keep reading

The results of the public consultations for the review of the USMCA reveal a national consensus among key industries and state governments: to ensure regional competitiveness, it is urgent to establish a clean, affordable, and stable energy matrix, supported by green financing and the development of specialized talent.

March 10, 2026
Colombia hits 4 GW of renewables, reaching 17% of national power mix

by Strategic Energy Mar 10, 2026 Keep reading

With the start-up of the Atlántico Solar Park, the country moves closer to the government’s 6 GW Plus target, while two electricity market auctions are currently underway.

March 10, 2026
Siemens sees renewables and batteries powering the next wave of data centres in Chile

by Strategic Energy Mar 10, 2026 Keep reading

The rapid expansion of AI-driven digital infrastructure is increasing electricity demand in Chile and across Latin America. Siemens says integrating renewable energy and battery energy storage systems will be essential to ensure reliable and sustainable power supply over the coming decade.

March 9, 2026
Rocío Sicre of EDP urges regulator to invest in grids and demand to retain renewable capital

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

The Chief Executive Officer of EDP Spain warned that for every euro invested in power generation, only €0.40 is allocated to electricity grid infrastructure, while 40% of Europe’s power system is more than 40 years old. Speaking at FES Iberia 2026 before an audience of 500 executives, she also outlined the hybrid renewable energy and energy storage projects the company is advancing to provide greater flexibility to the power system.

March 9, 2026
IFC backs USD 275M wind project by PCR and ArcelorMittal in Argentina

by info strategicenergycorp Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

The 185.6 MW Olavarría wind farm will include new transmission infrastructure and supply renewable power to steel producer Acindar, supporting industrial decarbonization.

March 9, 2026
GIP and EQT strike $33.4bn deal to take AES private

by Strategic Energy Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

The transaction, valued at USD 10.7 billion in equity and USD 33.4 billion in enterprise value, includes a USD 15 per share cash offer backed by global institutional investors and aims to strengthen AES’s expansion in power generation and energy solutions.

March 9, 2026
EDF Power Solutions secures environmental approval for 128 MW Fénix wind project

by Strategic Energy Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

The wind power project in Negrete, Biobío Region, Chile, will include 16 turbines and a 150 MWh battery energy storage system to enhance flexibility in the national grid.

March 9, 2026
Chile weighs major overhaul of electricity distribution framework

by Strategic Energy Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

The report prioritises measures to raise electricity supply quality and safety standards, strengthen the power system in the face of energy transition challenges and incorporate new technologies.

March 6, 2026
Panama advances renewable auction for hydro and wind

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 6, 2026 Keep reading

Seven generators submitted bids under ETESA’s LPI 01-25 tender, competing for long-term firm capacity and energy contracts, with awards scheduled for April 24.

March 3, 2026
Uruguay delegation visits Chile’s flagship green hydrogen plant

by info strategicenergycorp Mar 3, 2026 Keep reading

AUDER leads public-private mission to Patagonia to explore e-fuels development, as Uruguay advances its green hydrogen strategy and evaluates a USD 5.4 billion synthetic fuels project.

March 2, 2026
Argentina’s renewables industry gears up for key week as FES opens on 4 March

by Strategic Energy Mar 2, 2026 Keep reading

On 4–5 March, Buenos Aires will host FES Argentina Renewables & Storage, bringing together the companies shaping the country’s next wave of renewable energy and battery storage investment.

March 16, 2026
Argentina’s AlmaSADI tender targets 700 MW of BESS across the grid

by Strategic Energy Mar 16, 2026 Keep reading

March 16, 2026
Chile’s power generators urge regulatory clarity as new government takes office

by Strategic Energy Mar 16, 2026 Keep reading

March 13, 2026
Guatemala’s renewable auction attracts nearly 2 GW of bids and raises grid concerns

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 13, 2026 Keep reading

March 13, 2026
PCR CEO warns: Argentina’s renewable boom will follow new power demand

by Strategic Energy Mar 13, 2026 Keep reading

March 13, 2026
APsystems: Battery storage in distributed generation is now a necessity

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 13, 2026 Keep reading

March 12, 2026
FES Caribe’s fifth edition approaches amid key renewable and BESS tenders

by Strategic Energy Mar 12, 2026 Keep reading

March 12, 2026
Peru power prices surge above $250/MWh after gas supply disruption

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 12, 2026 Keep reading

March 12, 2026
Solar executive Carolina Nester turns renewable energy into children’s books

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 12, 2026 Keep reading

March 11, 2026
Panama receives seven bids in renewable tender for up to 260 MW

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 11, 2026 Keep reading

March 11, 2026
Without grid access or capacity payments, pumped storage investment will stall, Iberdrola warns

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 11, 2026 Keep reading

March 11, 2026
Industrial sector and Mexican states demand a transition to clean energy amid the USMCA review

by Strategic Energy Mar 11, 2026 Keep reading

March 10, 2026
Colombia hits 4 GW of renewables, reaching 17% of national power mix

by Strategic Energy Mar 10, 2026 Keep reading

With the start-up of the Atlántico Solar Park, the country moves closer to the government’s 6 GW Plus target, while two electricity market auctions are currently underway.

March 10, 2026
Siemens sees renewables and batteries powering the next wave of data centres in Chile

by Strategic Energy Mar 10, 2026 Keep reading

March 9, 2026
Rocío Sicre of EDP urges regulator to invest in grids and demand to retain renewable capital

by Emilia Lardizabal Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

March 9, 2026
IFC backs USD 275M wind project by PCR and ArcelorMittal in Argentina

by info strategicenergycorp Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

The 185.6 MW Olavarría wind farm will include new transmission infrastructure and supply renewable power to steel producer Acindar, supporting industrial decarbonization.

March 9, 2026
GIP and EQT strike $33.4bn deal to take AES private

by Strategic Energy Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

March 9, 2026
EDF Power Solutions secures environmental approval for 128 MW Fénix wind project

by Strategic Energy Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

The wind power project in Negrete, Biobío Region, Chile, will include 16 turbines and a 150 MWh battery energy storage system to enhance flexibility in the national grid.

March 9, 2026
Chile weighs major overhaul of electricity distribution framework

by Strategic Energy Mar 9, 2026 Keep reading

The report prioritises measures to raise electricity supply quality and safety standards, strengthen the power system in the face of energy transition challenges and incorporate new technologies.

March 6, 2026
Panama advances renewable auction for hydro and wind

by Lucia Colaluce Mar 6, 2026 Keep reading

Seven generators submitted bids under ETESA’s LPI 01-25 tender, competing for long-term firm capacity and energy contracts, with awards scheduled for April 24.

March 3, 2026
Uruguay delegation visits Chile’s flagship green hydrogen plant

by info strategicenergycorp Mar 3, 2026 Keep reading

AUDER leads public-private mission to Patagonia to explore e-fuels development, as Uruguay advances its green hydrogen strategy and evaluates a USD 5.4 billion synthetic fuels project.

March 2, 2026
Argentina’s renewables industry gears up for key week as FES opens on 4 March

by Strategic Energy Mar 2, 2026 Keep reading

On 4–5 March, Buenos Aires will host FES Argentina Renewables & Storage, bringing together the companies shaping the country’s next wave of renewable energy and battery storage investment.

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