February 18, 2026Colombia tops 3 GW in solar PV as utility-scale boom accelerates
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With 1.6 GW already in commercial operation and a further 1.4 GW under testing, Colombia’s solar PV expansion accelerates ahead of a new long-term renewable energy auction scheduled for 2026.
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.
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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 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.
January 23, 2026Colombia cuts power exports to Ecuador as tariff dispute strains Andean energy integration
January 23, 2026Bogotá has suspended electricity exports to Ecuador in response to a 30% tariff imposed by Quito on Colombian power imports, escalating a dispute that is putting bilateral energy integration agreements under strain.
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.
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 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.
January 5, 2026Trina Solar sees Chile as a global BESS growth engine and forecasts a strong 2026
January 5, 2026The company expects to reach 2 GWh of battery supply and between 800 and 1,000 MW of photovoltaic modules delivered in Chile over the course of the year, driven by vertical integration, regional adaptation and a strong local operational base.
January 5, 2026Chile sets new solar and wind power record in 2025 electricity mix
January 5, 2026Variable renewable energy reached its highest-ever share of Chile’s power system, while grid connections hit their strongest level since 2021, driven mainly by the rapid deployment of battery energy storage.
January 2, 2026Central America and the Caribbean tender map: which processes are active, requirements and award timelines
January 2, 2026This report brings together exclusive information gathered throughout 2025 by Energía Estratégica on active public procurement processes in Central America and the Caribbean. More than 4 GW of capacity is at stake, with energy storage as a core technical requirement, regulatory reforms under way, and strong multilateral backing shaping a new phase in regional power procurement.
January 2, 2026Colombia at risk of power shortages as renewables miss two-thirds of 2026 target
January 2, 2026With just one year to go, the country has added only 2 GW of clean capacity—around one-third of its goal. Consultants warn the power system is increasingly vulnerable and say urgent market reforms are needed to avert an energy crunch by 2027.
January 2, 2026Enel Chile calls for new grid regulation and outlines the future of renewables
January 2, 2026The company’s CEO warned that Chile’s energy transition is at risk due to a regulatory gap that is stalling investment in power grids and disconnecting supply from demand. He also stressed energy storage as a cornerstone of next-generation renewable projects.
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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.
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.
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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, 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.
January 23, 2026Why industrial plants need integrated solar PV and BESS
January 23, 2026Engineering and Design (I&D) outlines why operational continuity, power quality and fault response are as important as energy costs in high-criticality industrial facilities.
January 22, 2026Spain sees 37 GW of grid-scale storage requests, signalling a shift in power systems
January 22, 2026Grid access applications for energy storage reached 37.37 GW in December, positioning the technology as a cornerstone of Spain’s energy transition. The figures, published by APPA Renovables, also show renewables supplying nearly half of electricity generation and a 4.2% year-on-year rise in national power demand.
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, 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.
January 15, 2026Buenos Aires opens community renewable energy market with new rules
January 15, 2026The province launches a regulatory framework that allows multiple users to jointly generate renewable energy, offering tax incentives, surplus monetisation and clear operating rules to scale medium-sized projects.
January 15, 2026Panama’s power tender redesign boosts investor confidence, says WEC
January 15, 2026The president of the World Energy Council Panama chapter stressed that well-planned auction schemes encourage new entrants into the energy sector and help deliver more competitive power prices.
January 15, 2026UK awards 8.4 GW in Europe’s largest offshore wind auction
January 15, 2026The United Kingdom has allocated 8.4 GW of offshore wind capacity in its latest auction round, setting a new European record. Intense competition drove strike prices down to £91.20/MWh in England and Wales and £89.49/MWh in Scotland, reinforcing offshore wind’s role as a cornerstone of the UK’s energy transition.
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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.
January 13, 2026Chile’s power boom: 95% of new capacity will be renewables and batteries
January 13, 2026Chile’s renewable energy and storage association forecasts nearly 10 GW of new capacity in the next two years, driven mainly by BESS, solar PV and wind power projects, reinforcing the country’s clean energy dominance.
January 13, 2026Zelestra secures €13 million green financing from BPER for Ginosa and Bellomo solar projects in Italy
January 13, 2026The approximately €13 million senior debt package relates to the construction of the Ginosa (Puglia, 6.5 MWdc) and Bellomo (Sicily, 9.5 MWdc) solar plants. The transaction was signed with the Italian bank BPER. Together, the projects will displace an estimate of 8,500 tons of CO2 emission per year and generate enough clean electricity to power the equivalent of 10,000 Italian homes.
January 13, 2026Who pays for grid stability? Dominican battery rules raise investor concerns
January 13, 2026The regulation sets strict technical requirements for renewable projects with battery storage connected to the national grid. While experts welcome the regulatory progress, they warn that the lack of clear economic signals could weigh on investment.
