February 18, 2026Spain’s storage boom: 119% growth as BESS shift from add-on to core asset
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The country installed 339 MWh of behind-the-meter storage and 1,214 MW of new self-consumption capacity over the past year, signalling sector maturity. However, the current pace risks undermining Spain’s 2030 energy targets.
February 18, 2026Brazil advances energy storage regulation and confirms dual grid tariffs for BESS
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ANEEL’s Technical Note No. 03/2026 sets key definitions for battery energy storage systems (BESS), confirms dual network tariffs and assigns capacity reserve costs to generators, shielding end-user electricity tariffs.
February 18, 2026Colombia reaches 4.2 GW in renewables, but faces 6 GW supply gap by 2027
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The country is set to reach 4.2 GW of installed renewable energy capacity by 2026. However, 5.1 GW remain without financial close and around USD 5 billion in investment is required to prevent a structural deficit by 2027.
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.
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February 18, 2026Colombia tops 3 GW in solar PV as utility-scale boom accelerates
February 18, 2026With 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 12, 2026Long-term auction with BESS in Colombia: Are regulatory signals sufficient?
February 12, 2026The inclusion of battery energy storage systems in Colombia’s upcoming long-term auction shifts the debate from technology to revenue structure, raising concerns over project finance viability and bankability under the current regulatory framework.
February 12, 2026Spain regulates independent aggregators, unlocking new power flexibility model
February 12, 2026The new framework allows independent aggregators to combine demand, generation and storage to participate in electricity markets, strengthening demand-side response and supporting renewable energy integration in line with EU Directive 2019/944.
February 12, 2026Mexico’s CFE opens PPP framework, drawing bank and fund interest
February 12, 2026Energy consultants say the Federal Electricity Commission’s mixed contracts could accelerate project delivery and unlock investment in renewables and grid infrastructure, as electricity demand is set to rise 3–5% annually.
February 18, 2026U.S. raises tariffs on chinese battery graphite to nearly 220%
February 18, 2026The 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 10, 2026Argentina’spower market shift: What distributors need to buy electricity directly
February 10, 2026Claudio Bulacio, manager at ADEERA, outlines the conditions required for Argentina’s new electricity supply model, under which distribution companies will have to contract up to 75% of their demand directly from generators: cost-reflective tariffs, regulatory approval and smart grids.
February 10, 2026Free webinar on Argentina’s new renewable investment opportunities
February 10, 2026On 19 February, executives from Gonvarri Solar Steel, Genneia, Solar DQD, JA Solar and EPSE San Juan will analyse the impact of Argentina’s evolving market conditions and the collaboration opportunities emerging for leading renewable energy players. Registration is open.
February 10, 2026Spain fast-tracks nearly 572 MW of solar-linked battery storage in three weeks
February 10, 2026Battery projects led by Iberdrola, Galp, OPD Energy and Ignis target the hybridisation of existing and planned solar PV plants, with Castilla-La Mancha and Extremadura emerging as key hubs amid strong IDAE incentives backed by EU funds.
February 10, 2026Dicoma tops 100 MW in Latin America and moves into utility-scale renewables
February 10, 2026After building a strong distributed generation portfolio across Colombia, Mexico and Central America, the Costa Rican company is pivoting towards utility-scale solar and wind projects, aiming to capitalise on a new wave of multi-gigawatt renewable energy tenders in the region.
February 10, 2026Honduras’ energy sector watches closely as Oviedo takes dual leadership role
February 10, 2026Eduardo Oviedo assumes the helm of the Energy Ministry while serving as interim head of the state-owned utility ENEE, at a time when a 1.5 GW power tender is already underway and major sector reforms remain in focus.
February 10, 2026Peru’s largest wind project nears completion, set to supply 600 GWh annually
February 10, 2026The project is progressing on schedule, with 20 wind turbines already installed and commissioning milestones being met.
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February 13, 2026YPF Luz tokenises US$800m in PPAs with blockchain platform
February 13, 2026Backed 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.
February 13, 2026Colbún receives first batteries for US$200m Chilean BESS project
February 13, 2026The delivery of the first 70 units marks a key milestone in the US$200 million battery energy storage project linked to a 232 MW solar PV plant, strengthening renewable supply and grid stability in northern Chile.
February 12, 2026FES Iberia goes live: Industry leaders shape Spain’s storage and renewables future
February 12, 2026Future Energy Summit Iberia Renewables & Storage brings together hundreds of public and private sector leaders to define the roadmap for energy storage, distributed generation and renewable energy policy in Spain. Join the live broadcast and follow the debate in real time.
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February 12, 2026Long-term auction with BESS in Colombia: Are regulatory signals sufficient?
February 12, 2026The inclusion of battery energy storage systems in Colombia’s upcoming long-term auction shifts the debate from technology to revenue structure, raising concerns over project finance viability and bankability under the current regulatory framework.
February 13, 2026YPF Luz tokenises US$800m in PPAs with blockchain platform
February 13, 2026Backed 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.
February 12, 2026Zelestra secures €130m to finance 500 MW international renewables pipeline
February 12, 2026The syndicated bond and equity facility, backed by Spain’s ICO and export credit agency Cesce, will support contracted renewable energy projects in Italy, Germany and the United States under the company’s Green Financing Framework.
February 11, 2026Spain starts 2026 with renewables supplying over 56% of power mix
February 11, 2026More than 80 GW of installed renewable capacity underpin a strong start to the year, as new project permitting exceeds 1.6 GW in just three weeks despite a 2% drop in electricity demand.
February 11, 2026Hugo Briones appointed Chile’s Energy Undersecretary under new president Kast
February 11, 2026The veteran power sector executive will take office in March 2026, joining President-elect José Antonio Kast’s administration amid regulatory reforms, grid reliability concerns and growing debate over distributed generation and energy storage.
February 12, 2026Mexico’s CFE opens PPP framework, drawing bank and fund interest
February 12, 2026Energy consultants say the Federal Electricity Commission’s mixed contracts could accelerate project delivery and unlock investment in renewables and grid infrastructure, as electricity demand is set to rise 3–5% annually.
February 12, 2026ACCIONA Energía to deploy 1 GWh BESS at major Chile solar plant
February 12, 2026The agreement covers the supply of 1 GWh of battery storage capacity for the 238 MWp Malgarida solar PV plant in Chile’s Atacama Desert, strengthening renewable energy integration and long-term investment in the country.
February 12, 2026Zelestra secures €130m to finance 500 MW international renewables pipeline
February 12, 2026The syndicated bond and equity facility, backed by Spain’s ICO and export credit agency Cesce, will support contracted renewable energy projects in Italy, Germany and the United States under the company’s Green Financing Framework.
February 10, 2026Peru’s largest wind project nears completion, set to supply 600 GWh annually
February 10, 2026The project is progressing on schedule, with 20 wind turbines already installed and commissioning milestones being met.
February 9, 2026Regulation, storage and CAPEX: the road to FES Iberia 2026
February 9, 2026Ahead of Future Energy Summit (FES) Iberia 2026, we revisit the key takeaways from the previous edition: the post-blackout debate and failed decree, pressure from regional governments, CEOs’ announcements and the regulatory challenges that shaped the energy roadmap.
February 9, 2026Mexico unveils 25-year PPA model to unlock 7.5 GW of renewable investment
February 9, 2026The state-owned utility and the Energy Ministry have unveiled a 25-year investment model to deploy large-scale solar PV, wind and concentrated solar power across seven regions. Two projects are already under development, while private developers can submit applications until 20 February.
February 9, 2026Guatemala sets out 2040 clean energy roadmap with 1 GW renewables push
February 9, 2026At SER 2026, the country presented a long-term plan to expand clean generation, modernise its power grid and attract investment, while Central America launched its first regional renewables alliance.
January 16, 2025Gamesa Electric achieves new record order entry for PV and storage inverters in 2024
January 16, 2025Gamesa Electric reported a 25% increase in the signing of contracts and key agreements with strategic customers. The announcement of integration into ABB opens new possibilities for the inverter business.
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December 17, 2025“The IDAE call has acted as a lever”: Cegasa Energía to launch a BESS factory of up to 1800 MWh by 2026
December 17, 2025The new Cegasa industrial facility will reach 600 MWh per year in its first phase and will triple that figure by 2027. In an exclusive interview with Energía Estratégica, Carlos Infante details the technological profile of the BESS systems, their application in large-scale projects, and analyses the factors that are accelerating the Spanish energy storage market.
December 17, 2025Gas station and EV Charging hub storage: Hellonext enters the market and challenges major players
December 17, 2025While most companies aim to compete with Asia, HelloNext has chosen a different path: partnering with Asian manufacturers and designing energy storage solutions in Europe that are already attracting interest from EV charging hubs, petrol stations and heavy industry. With projects scaling up to 30 MWh, the company is making a strong entry into a market that is beginning to redefine the future of energy.
December 12, 2025Spain awards stand-alone storage at €64933/MWh/year, below the cost in Italy
December 12, 2025The FEDER programme achieved a specific cost of €64933/MWh for stand-alone storage systems, compared with the €111000/MWh estimated for MACSE in Italy. Although Italian projects have an average duration of seven hours, versus four hours under the Spanish scheme, “the Spanish approach appears to have been more efficient for the public administration,” said Raúl García, director of ASEALEN.
December 17, 2025“The IDAE call has acted as a lever”: Cegasa Energía to launch a BESS factory of up to 1800 MWh by 2026
December 17, 2025The new Cegasa industrial facility will reach 600 MWh per year in its first phase and will triple that figure by 2027. In an exclusive interview with Energía Estratégica, Carlos Infante details the technological profile of the BESS systems, their application in large-scale projects, and analyses the factors that are accelerating the Spanish energy storage market.
December 17, 2025Gas station and EV Charging hub storage: Hellonext enters the market and challenges major players
December 17, 2025While most companies aim to compete with Asia, HelloNext has chosen a different path: partnering with Asian manufacturers and designing energy storage solutions in Europe that are already attracting interest from EV charging hubs, petrol stations and heavy industry. With projects scaling up to 30 MWh, the company is making a strong entry into a market that is beginning to redefine the future of energy.
December 12, 2025Spain awards stand-alone storage at €64933/MWh/year, below the cost in Italy
December 12, 2025The FEDER programme achieved a specific cost of €64933/MWh for stand-alone storage systems, compared with the €111000/MWh estimated for MACSE in Italy. Although Italian projects have an average duration of seven hours, versus four hours under the Spanish scheme, “the Spanish approach appears to have been more efficient for the public administration,” said Raúl García, director of ASEALEN.
December 29, 2025Livoltek deploys AI-driven BESS to scale industrial energy management in LATAM
December 29, 2025The Hexing Group subsidiary launched a modular 125 kW / 261 kWh BESS platform in Chile, combining artificial intelligence and energy management systems to optimize costs, extend battery life and support regional electrification.
December 26, 2025Brazil forecasts over R$120bn in transmission investment through 2035
December 26, 2025Brazil’s Decennial Energy Expansion Plan 2035 outlines investment scenarios to reinforce the national power grid amid rapid growth in renewables and large new electricity loads.
December 26, 2025Indira Cristina Portocarrero appointed to lead Colombia’s energy planning agency
December 26, 2025The new head of the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) will focus on energy transition, power system reliability and the expansion of clean energy, after previously helping unlock 5 GW of capacity—equivalent to 25% of Colombia’s electricity generation.
December 29, 2025Livoltek deploys AI-driven BESS to scale industrial energy management in LATAM
December 29, 2025The Hexing Group subsidiary launched a modular 125 kW / 261 kWh BESS platform in Chile, combining artificial intelligence and energy management systems to optimize costs, extend battery life and support regional electrification.
December 26, 2025Brazil forecasts over R$120bn in transmission investment through 2035
December 26, 2025Brazil’s Decennial Energy Expansion Plan 2035 outlines investment scenarios to reinforce the national power grid amid rapid growth in renewables and large new electricity loads.
December 26, 2025Indira Cristina Portocarrero appointed to lead Colombia’s energy planning agency
December 26, 2025The new head of the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) will focus on energy transition, power system reliability and the expansion of clean energy, after previously helping unlock 5 GW of capacity—equivalent to 25% of Colombia’s electricity generation.
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January 2, 2025Serrano from AELEC: “The development of electricity grids requires greater fiscal certainty and regulatory agility”
January 2, 2025The Spanish electricity sector faces challenges in financing the necessary grids for the energy transition, according to AELEC’s president. The lack of clear definitions in fiscal policy for 2024 and a model that hinders quick decision-making by electricity companies threaten Spain’s competitiveness.
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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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.
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.
February 6, 2026Chile launches 3 GW HVDC Kimal–Lo Aguirre line to ease renewable grid congestion
February 6, 2026The 1,346-km project led by Conexión Energía will move up to 3 GW from northern Chile to the country’s main demand centre, easing grid congestion and enabling large-scale renewable integration through HVDC technology—used in Chile for the first time.
February 6, 2026Pemex unveils 2026 renewable roadmap focused on offshore wind and green hydrogen
February 6, 2026The 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 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.
February 5, 2026Countdown to FES Iberia: Spain’s renewable sector meets in Madrid in just one week
February 5, 2026More 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, 2026Spain fast-tracks over 1.6 GW of renewables in three weeks: who is leading the surge?
February 5, 2026Between 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, 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.
