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February 6, 2026
Pemex unveils 2026 renewable roadmap focused on offshore wind and green hydrogen

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 6, 2026 Keep reading

The 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 5, 2026
Countdown to FES Iberia: Spain’s renewable sector meets in Madrid in just one week

by Strategic Energy Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

More than 40 confirmed speakers – including leading CEOs and senior regional government officials – will headline the event that opens the 2026 Future Energy Summit calendar, amid regulatory acceleration, new projects in the pipeline and growing opportunities for energy storage across the Iberian Peninsula.

February 5, 2026
Spain fast-tracks over 1.6 GW of renewables in three weeks: who is leading the surge?

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

Between mid-January and early February, Spain advanced environmental permitting for more than 1.6 GW of renewable energy projects, with solar PV accounting for over 70% of the total. Forestalia, Galp and Iberdrola emerged as the most active developers, according to an analysis by Energía Estratégica based on official BOE data.

February 5, 2026
Colombia brings back renewable energy auctions: Will projects finally reach operation?

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has released a draft resolution to relaunch long-term renewable energy auctions. The redesigned mechanism aims to accelerate renewable deployment, stabilise project revenues and hedge demand exposure, as part of the government’s 6GW+ Plan and its broader energy transition strategy.

February 5, 2026
From dreaming of the UN to leading Panama’s energy transition: the story of Rosilena Lindo Riggs

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

The engineer, former National Secretary of Energy of Panama and current global energy and climate adviser, looks back on her personal and professional journey, during which she led more than 15 public policy instruments, promoted distributed generation and left a deep mark on energy inclusion and democratisation.

February 5, 2026
SilverBlue enters Mexico with MXN 500 million bet on distributed renewables and storage

by Strategic Energy Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

SilverBlue acquires the financing platform Solage and unveils a major investment plan focused on renewable energy projects for commercial and industrial customers across Mexico.

February 4, 2026
Spain opens first offshore wind auction design as 20 GW of projects await approval

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

The Ministry for the Ecological Transition opens the design phase of a competitive process focused on floating offshore wind, incorporating non-price criteria, as industry players call for regulatory certainty amid a growing project pipeline.

February 4, 2026
Argentina’s MATER sees 550+ MW of bids, but only 50 MW of grid capacity

by Strategic Energy Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

CAMMESA received eight applications in a new round of the Renewable Energy Term Market, although only 50 MW have full, unrestricted evacuation capacity. Five of the eight projects are solar and are competing for space in corridors with technical limitations.

February 4, 2026
Colombia puts energy storage at the centre of its new long-term power auction

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

The new mechanism introduces technology-specific products, extends commissioning deadlines to 2035, and formally recognises energy storage as a core asset for power system reliability. The revised rules aim to correct past design flaws and attract new players to the Colombian electricity market.

February 4, 2026
IRENA opens call to fast-track renewable energy finance in Latin America

by Juan Ignacio Barrea Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

Selected projects may gain access to funding through IRENA-backed platforms such as the Climate Investment Platform (CIP) and the Energy Transition Accelerator Financing (ETAF), with proposals submitted before 1 March 2026 receiving priority consideration.

February 4, 2026
Quantum America to host 23rd international seminar on regulation and tariff setting in Brazil

by Strategic Energy Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

The five-day event in Foz do Iguaçu will bring together energy and utilities experts from across Latin America to address regulatory challenges, tariff design and the energy transition.

February 3, 2026
Costa Rica’s energy sector bets on stability as Laura Fernández wins presidency

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 3, 2026 Keep reading

The new president signals continuity with evolution in energy policy, focusing on regulatory efficiency, public–private partnerships, emerging technologies and legal certainty.

February 3, 2026
CAF backs Ecuador’s power grid expansion with USD 500,000 grant

by Strategic Energy Feb 3, 2026 Keep reading

The non-reimbursable funds will support the strengthening of state-owned utility CELEC EP, accelerate the expansion of the National Transmission System, and structure a pipeline of strategic power projects ready for future financing.

February 2, 2026
Oviedo takes charge of Honduras’ energy sector, reviving the 1.5 GW power tender

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

Engineer Eduardo Oviedo has taken over the Energy Ministry and the state utility ENEE amid an institutional reset. His technical profile aims to stabilise the power system and move forward with a flagship tender that has already attracted more than ten companies.

February 2, 2026
Peru appoints new power vice minister as USD 12bn in renewables await regulation

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

With more than 25 years of experience in the power sector, Pereira takes office at a critical juncture, with over 10 GW of renewable projects under development, USD 12 billion in investments awaiting regulation, and presidential elections scheduled for 2026.

February 2, 2026
Mexico opens door to private investment as CFE launches mixed energy contracts

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

The president met with Mexico’s leading banks to request tailored financing schemes for renewable generation and power transmission projects to be announced shortly. One day later, the state-owned utility CFE formalised a new regulatory framework allowing mixed contracts with private companies, sharing investment, risk and operations under profitability and sustainability rules.

February 2, 2026
Chile approves 372 MW wind farm to power green hydrogen in Patagonia

by Strategic Energy Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

The Faro del Sur project, developed by HIF Global, will install 372 MW of wind capacity in southern Chile, supplying clean electricity to large-scale e-fuels production and reinforcing Magallanes’ role as a global green hydrogen hub.

February 2, 2026
Chile opens 2026 power grid expansion process for transmission and distribution

by Strategic Energy Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

The National Energy Commission has opened the submission window for transmission expansion projects and distribution system expansion reports as part of the 2026 Annual Transmission Planning process.

January 30, 2026
Costa Rica at the polls: contrasting visions for the next phase of its energy transition

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 30, 2026 Keep reading

With 43.8% voting intention, the ruling party candidate could win outright on 1 February. An analysis of the energy platforms of the three leading contenders reveals sharply different paths for Costa Rica’s next phase of the energy transition—beyond the power sector.

January 30, 2026
Dominican Republic surpasses 2.7 GW of renewables as 600 MW tender draws strong interest

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 30, 2026 Keep reading

The country added more than 600 MW of clean capacity in 2025 with 13 new solar and wind plants connected to the National Interconnected Power System. It is now preparing to award a 600 MW tender attracting almost 3 GW in private proposals.

January 30, 2026
Colombia reaches 3.6 GW of renewables and prepares new long-term auction

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 30, 2026 Keep reading

The government aims to unlock new investment through a tender introducing time blocks and energy storage requirements, responding to rapid renewable growth that still falls short of official targets.

February 6, 2026
Pemex unveils 2026 renewable roadmap focused on offshore wind and green hydrogen

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 6, 2026 Keep reading

February 5, 2026
Countdown to FES Iberia: Spain’s renewable sector meets in Madrid in just one week

by Strategic Energy Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

February 5, 2026
Spain fast-tracks over 1.6 GW of renewables in three weeks: who is leading the surge?

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

February 5, 2026
Colombia brings back renewable energy auctions: Will projects finally reach operation?

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

February 5, 2026
From dreaming of the UN to leading Panama’s energy transition: the story of Rosilena Lindo Riggs

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

February 5, 2026
SilverBlue enters Mexico with MXN 500 million bet on distributed renewables and storage

by Strategic Energy Feb 5, 2026 Keep reading

SilverBlue acquires the financing platform Solage and unveils a major investment plan focused on renewable energy projects for commercial and industrial customers across Mexico.

February 4, 2026
Spain opens first offshore wind auction design as 20 GW of projects await approval

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

February 4, 2026
Argentina’s MATER sees 550+ MW of bids, but only 50 MW of grid capacity

by Strategic Energy Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

February 4, 2026
Colombia puts energy storage at the centre of its new long-term power auction

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

February 4, 2026
IRENA opens call to fast-track renewable energy finance in Latin America

by Juan Ignacio Barrea Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

February 4, 2026
Quantum America to host 23rd international seminar on regulation and tariff setting in Brazil

by Strategic Energy Feb 4, 2026 Keep reading

The five-day event in Foz do Iguaçu will bring together energy and utilities experts from across Latin America to address regulatory challenges, tariff design and the energy transition.

February 3, 2026
Costa Rica’s energy sector bets on stability as Laura Fernández wins presidency

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 3, 2026 Keep reading

The new president signals continuity with evolution in energy policy, focusing on regulatory efficiency, public–private partnerships, emerging technologies and legal certainty.

February 3, 2026
CAF backs Ecuador’s power grid expansion with USD 500,000 grant

by Strategic Energy Feb 3, 2026 Keep reading

February 2, 2026
Oviedo takes charge of Honduras’ energy sector, reviving the 1.5 GW power tender

by Lucia Colaluce Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

February 2, 2026
Peru appoints new power vice minister as USD 12bn in renewables await regulation

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

February 2, 2026
Mexico opens door to private investment as CFE launches mixed energy contracts

by Emilia Lardizabal Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

February 2, 2026
Chile approves 372 MW wind farm to power green hydrogen in Patagonia

by Strategic Energy Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

February 2, 2026
Chile opens 2026 power grid expansion process for transmission and distribution

by Strategic Energy Feb 2, 2026 Keep reading

The National Energy Commission has opened the submission window for transmission expansion projects and distribution system expansion reports as part of the 2026 Annual Transmission Planning process.

January 30, 2026
Costa Rica at the polls: contrasting visions for the next phase of its energy transition

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 30, 2026 Keep reading

January 30, 2026
Dominican Republic surpasses 2.7 GW of renewables as 600 MW tender draws strong interest

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 30, 2026 Keep reading

January 30, 2026
Colombia reaches 3.6 GW of renewables and prepares new long-term auction

by Lucia Colaluce Jan 30, 2026 Keep reading

The government aims to unlock new investment through a tender introducing time blocks and energy storage requirements, responding to rapid renewable growth that still falls short of official targets.

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