February 18, 2026U.S. raises tariffs on chinese battery graphite to nearly 220%
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The move follows a year-long investigation into alleged unfair trade practices and significantly increases duties on key lithium-ion battery inputs, reshaping the competitive landscape for U.S. manufacturers and Asian suppliers.
February 13, 2026Spain receives over €6bn in renewable aid requests as 2026 becomes a “defining year” for energy storage
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Authorities from Spain’s energy ministry and IDAE reveal unprecedented demand for renewable and storage funding, signalling that 2026 will mark a structural shift in the role of flexibility within the power system.
February 13, 2026Guatemala power auction attracts 4.7 GW in bids, over three times target
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The auction to secure power supply for 2030–2033 attracts 51 companies and could mobilise more than USD 3.7 billion, marking a new phase of competition, renewable energy growth and long-term system planning.
February 13, 2026YPF Luz tokenises US$800m in PPAs with blockchain platform
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Backed by US$800 million in signed contracts, the Argentine power producer aims to expand its renewable energy customer base tenfold by enabling digital power purchase agreements via blockchain.
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February 6, 2026Mexico adds 2.3 GW to its renewable energy pipeline in just two months
February 6, 2026Between December 2025 and January 2026, more than 2,300 MW of renewable energy projects were submitted for environmental permitting in Mexico, underlining strong momentum in solar and wind power led by the state-owned utility CFE.
January 26, 2026Chile unveils USD 700m power transmission expansion plan
January 26, 2026The recommendations were submitted to the National Energy Commission for review and aim to strengthen the electricity system in line with the country’s energy transition.
January 23, 2026Argentina redraws its energy map: investment and regulation in focus at FES 2026
January 23, 2026The third edition of FES in Buenos Aires will take place over two full days, on 4–5 March, bringing together sector leaders to analyse new contractual frameworks, investment opportunities and the technological challenges shaping the future of Argentina’s power system.
January 23, 2026Spain awaits EU approval as capacity market auctions face potential delay
January 23, 2026With all national regulatory steps completed, Spain’s capacity market now hinges on approval from the European Commission. While parts of the industry believe the first auction could still take place this year or in early 2026, others warn it may slip to 2027 due to operational and regulatory timelines.
February 6, 2026Barbados launches first competitive BESS auction, reshaping the Caribbean power market
February 6, 2026The competitive process will award 60 MW / 240 MWh of battery energy storage systems. It marks the first time Barbados has used price-based competition in its power sector, creating a potential blueprint for other Caribbean markets.
January 6, 2026Spain adds 8.8 GW of renewables in 2025: What the sector expects for 2026
January 6, 2026The country installed 8.85 GW of new renewable capacity last year—88% solar PV. As Spain looks to 2026, grid saturation and permitting bottlenecks are emerging as the main risks to sustaining growth.
January 6, 2026Banks line up to fund Argentina’s top renewable player as it targets 2 GW
January 6, 2026Genneia strengthens its solar and wind portfolio beyond 1.54 GW in operation and targets more than 2 GW by 2026, supported by unprecedented financing conditions. The company is also adding battery storage, developing its own transmission assets and supplying power to data centres.
January 6, 2026Mexico enters a new storage phase as Quartux targets over 1 GW of projects by 2026
January 6, 2026The private-sector tender marks a turning point for energy storage in Mexico. Quartux, which already controls 85% of the commercial and industrial segment, is preparing to scale up into utility-scale projects with strong financial backing, proprietary technology and strategic partnerships, while anticipating a sharp acceleration in adoption from 2026 onwards.
January 5, 2026Who wins Spain’s €818m storage programme? The companies behind 9.4 GWh
January 5, 2026The final resolution of Spain’s FEDER programme redraws the country’s storage map. Total funding was reduced, major players such as Aquila Capital exited the scheme, while new large-scale projects from RWE and Alter Enersun entered the portfolio. The outcome also brought a strong regional reshuffle, with Catalonia, Extremadura and the Canary Islands emerging as key beneficiaries of the changes.
January 5, 2026Guatemala, Panama and Honduras enter a new PPA phase with over 3 GW at stake
January 5, 2026With active tenders underway in all three countries, Central America is moving toward more competitive power purchase agreement (PPA) schemes for large-scale projects, a model that is increasingly being watched beyond the region.
January 5, 2026Dominican Republic sets mandatory BESS rules for renewables: what projects must consider
January 5, 2026The country becomes the first in the Caribbean to set binding requirements for integrating battery energy storage systems into wind and solar projects. The regulation includes ramp-rate limits and advanced functions such as grid forming, but its implementation will depend on how these services are paid for.
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January 26, 2026Paraguay to launch its first 140 MW utility-scale solar tender in early 2026
January 26, 2026The country is finalising the regulatory framework for its first large-scale solar auction, aimed at meeting fast-growing power demand and opening a new renewable energy market for private investors.
January 26, 2026Panama generates 75% of its power from renewables: Who are the companies behind it?
January 26, 2026Hydropower remains the backbone of Panama’s electricity system, while private developers dominate installed capacity. With renewable auctions planned from 2026 and power purchase agreements (PPAs) of up to 20 years, the country is reinforcing a long-term, investor-friendly strategy.
January 26, 2026Spain fast-tracks energy storage as three regions overhaul regulation
January 26, 2026Galicia, Andalusia and the Valencian Community are updating their legal frameworks to prioritise energy storage—particularly when hybridised with renewables—while awarding more than €44 million in public support.
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February 5, 2026Colombia brings back renewable energy auctions: Will projects finally reach operation?
February 5, 2026The 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 6, 2026Solar boats from the Amazon: Kara Solar aims to deploy 10,000 units by 2030
February 6, 2026Based in the Achuar territory of Ecuador, this electric river transport model combines Indigenous technicians, community solar charging stations and jungle-adapted motors. The goal is to replace fossil fuels and offer a sustainable alternative to road expansion in strategic areas of the Amazon basin.
January 23, 2026Argentina’s Arauco I Solar Park marks operational start with key construction milestone
January 23, 2026The project has completed its first full row of solar panels, officially launching operational assembly works and setting the technical and quality standards that will guide construction of Argentina’s largest wind–solar hybrid complex.
January 23, 2026Iberdrola commissions Spain’s largest battery storage systems
January 23, 2026The two 60 MWh battery energy storage systems (BESS), located in Alarcón, central Spain, have been recognised as strategic projects under Spain’s PERTE programme for renewables, green hydrogen and energy storage.
January 23, 2026Dominican Republic tightens rules for solar and wind project approvals
January 23, 2026The National Energy Commission has opened a public consultation on new technical and administrative manuals that will reshape how renewable energy concessions are structured and approved, raising the bar for developers.
February 5, 2026From dreaming of the UN to leading Panama’s energy transition: the story of Rosilena Lindo Riggs
February 5, 2026The 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, 2026SilverBlue enters Mexico with MXN 500 million bet on distributed renewables and storage
February 5, 2026SilverBlue 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, 2026Spain opens first offshore wind auction design as 20 GW of projects await approval
February 4, 2026The 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.
January 15, 2026CEOs from Iberdrola, EDP, Saeta Yield and Zelestra to debate the future of renewables at FES Iberia
January 15, 2026Leading renewable energy executives in the Iberian Peninsula will take part in the most strategic panels of the event, addressing investment in energy storage, asset digitalisation and new contractual structures. Representatives from Spain’s energy authorities will also attend.
January 15, 2026Over 10 GW in the pipeline reshape Peru’s wind power landscape
January 15, 2026With 49 wind projects under technical review, Peru is planning 10.75 GW of new capacity. Developers such as Kallpa, Engie, Orygen and Fenix Power are leading investments across Ica, Lambayeque and Piura, while the regulatory rollout of Law 32249 will be decisive for turning plans into projects.
January 15, 2026UK awards 8.4 GW in Europe’s largest offshore wind auction ever
January 15, 2026The UK’s latest offshore wind auction awarded 8.4 GW, making it the biggest offshore wind auction in Europe to date. Strong competition led to competitive average prices of £91.20/MWh in England and Wales and £89.49/MWh in Scotland. These results reinforce offshore wind’s role as the most competitive large-scale clean electricity generation technology.
January 15, 2026Central America pushes BESS in power tenders, but bankability remains elusive
January 15, 2026More than 4 GW are at stake in new competitive procurement processes across the region, many of which already require battery energy storage systems (BESS). However, traditional power purchase agreements (PPAs) continue to fall short of recognising the full value of storage, undermining bankability and increasing pressure on regulatory frameworks.
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January 2, 2025AEPIBAL proposes long-term contracts and decarbonization criteria in the capacity market
January 2, 2025The Vice President of AEPIBAL, Eugenio Domínguez, emphasises the importance of securing contracts of at least 10 years and defining clear criteria regarding emissions for the capacity market. The initiative aims to strengthen the competitiveness and viability of energy storage in comparison to conventional technologies.
January 2, 2025AEPIBAL proposes long-term contracts and decarbonization criteria in the capacity market
January 2, 2025The Vice President of AEPIBAL, Eugenio Domínguez, emphasises the importance of securing contracts of at least 10 years and defining clear criteria regarding emissions for the capacity market. The initiative aims to strengthen the competitiveness and viability of energy storage in comparison to conventional technologies.
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January 14, 2026With a renewed platform, Mobility Portal integrates its Latin America and Europe coverage into one website, offering streamlined access to eMobility news, markets, companies and technology. A platform designed to optimise reading time and keep pace with the sector’s evolution.
January 14, 2026Guatemala sets its energy roadmap to 2050: 81.5% renewables and record capacity growth
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January 14, 2026Lack of tenders: solar industry body warns of a ‘gap in dedicated competitive mechanisms’ for new renewable capacity in Colombia
January 14, 2026The president of ACOSOL argued that the Firm Energy Charge auction scheduled for 2026 is an important step, but insufficient to consolidate a structural expansion of installed clean energy capacity. He warned of regulatory gaps and the absence of clear incentives for private investment.
January 14, 2026Dominican electricity regulator sets battery storage rules, says superintendent
January 14, 2026The new regulation requires battery projects to deliver fast frequency response, black start and ramp-rate control. The Superintendence of Electricity plans further measures in 2025–2026 to expand the regulatory framework.
January 14, 2026Dominican Republic to chair IRENA Assembly through 2027
January 14, 2026Energy Minister Joel Santos led the 16th Assembly of the renewable energy agency, highlighting Caribbean-specific challenges, sargassum-to-energy solutions and the country’s rapid expansion of renewable power.
January 13, 2026FES Iberia to gather Spain’s energy policymakers: where is the renewables sector heading?
January 13, 2026The Iberian Peninsula’s leading renewables and energy storage summit will take place in Madrid on 12 February 2026, bringing together senior officials from Spain’s national and regional authorities shaping the country’s clean energy roadmap. Tickets are now on sale.
January 13, 2026Spanish energy companies gear up to power data centres: 12 GW at stake and over €30 billion in investment
January 13, 2026Dozens of large-scale initiatives are straining grid capacity and accelerating strategic partnerships with tech giants. Both the public and private sectors are adjusting plans to meet surging demand, as companies such as Forestalia, Iberdrola and TotalEnergies secure key agreements to guarantee renewable power supply.
