December 5, 2025Inside the strategies driving the next wave of renewables and BESS in Ibero-America

Latin America
Inside the strategies driving the next wave of renewables and BESS in Ibero-America

A virtual event on 9 December will gather industry leaders to discuss technology integration, efficiency in hybrid renewable portfolios and long-term investment strategies through 2026. Executives from Black & Veatch, Yingli Solar, Solis, Negratin, HelloNext, SolaX Power, GameChange Solar, Risen Energy, GCL, Ventus and others will participate. Free registration available.

December 5, 2025Peru speeds up energy reforms but faces a core barrier: “Without PPAs, no project is bankable”

Peru
Peru speeds up energy reforms but faces a core barrier: “Without PPAs, no project is bankable”

At the Future Energy Summit Southern Cone, energy lawyer Brendan Oviedo warned that despite recent regulatory advances, Peru’s renewable-energy pipeline cannot secure financing without firm power purchase agreements (PPAs). With over 20 GW of solar and wind in early studies, the country still lacks mature offtakers and long-term contracting habits.

December 5, 2025Canadian Solar identifies Colombia, Peru and Argentina as its key markets for energy storage by 2026

Latin America
Canadian Solar identifies Colombia, Peru and Argentina as its key markets for energy storage by 2026

In an exclusive interview with Strategic Energy during the Future Energy Summit (FES) Colombia, Carlos Burgos, SR Sales Manager at Canadian Solar, stated that “Argentina will be a major player in renewables once its financial risks are overcome”. The company is projecting steady growth in the region with a strategy focused on integrated solutions and advanced storage technologies.

December 5, 2025New electricity rules in Mexico steer private investment toward grid reliability

Mexico
New electricity rules in Mexico steer private investment toward grid reliability

Generation permits will now prioritize projects that enhance the operational balance, reliability and systemic efficiency of the National Electric System (SEN). Private generators are expected to strengthen Mexico’s grid and support the transition to renewable energy, while the new rules formally recognize the social and welfare impacts of productive energy investments.

December 4, 2025Trina Storage could deploy 2.5 GWh in key regional BESS projects by 2026: “We are quoting 8- to 10-Hour systems”

Latin America
Trina Storage could deploy 2.5 GWh in key regional BESS projects by 2026: “We are quoting 8- to 10-Hour systems”

The Chinese company expects to double its delivered storage capacity across Chile and Argentina in just one year. During FES Chile, regional executive Vicente Walker noted that long-duration batteries, hybrid systems and grid-forming capabilities are reshaping the market amid curtailment challenges, limited incentives and regulatory differences across countries.