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 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 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 11, 2026Fenix Energy signals shift to PPA-driven renewable market in Argentina
February 11, 2026Following regulatory changes under Resolution SE No. 400, Argentina’s electricity market is entering a new phase in which long-term contracting will become essential for large consumers and distributors. Fenix Energy warns that companies delaying procurement decisions could face higher spot exposure and rising marginal prices.
February 11, 2026Guatemala doubles solar output and targets 1 GW of new renewables by 2040
February 11, 2026Electricity demand has risen 15% in two years to 14,575 GWh, pushing renewables to 62.3% of the power mix. The government now plans to add 1,000 MW of clean capacity by 2040, backed by grid, storage and digital upgrades.
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 9, 2026Gonvarri Solar Steel bets on Argentina for its next phase of Latin American growth
February 9, 2026With more than 8 GW supplied across the region and a solid footprint in Chile, Colombia and Peru, the Spanish solar tracker manufacturer plans to forge new strategic partnerships in Argentina by 2026, citing proximity to local investors as a key driver of its regional expansion.
February 9, 2026Grenergy energises 272 MW solar and 1.1 GWh storage phase in Chile’s Oasis de Atacama
February 9, 2026Grenergy has commissioned the fourth stage of its flagship Oasis de Atacama project, adding 272 MW of solar PV capacity and 1.1 GWh of battery energy storage, further strengthening Chile’s utility-scale renewable portfolio.
February 9, 2026Colombia launches 2026 royalties call to fund distributed generation and renewables
February 9, 2026Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy has launched a nationwide call to channel royalties into electrification, energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, with a cap of COP 5 billion per project.
February 6, 2026FES Argentina 2026: executives debate the country’s new power market for renewables
February 6, 2026The event, taking place on 4–5 March in Buenos Aires, will bring together senior executives and energy authorities to analyse investments, technologies and market prospects amid a structural shift in Argentina’s power sector.
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.
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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 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.
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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 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 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 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 11, 2026Fenix Energy signals shift to PPA-driven renewable market in Argentina
February 11, 2026Following regulatory changes under Resolution SE No. 400, Argentina’s electricity market is entering a new phase in which long-term contracting will become essential for large consumers and distributors. Fenix Energy warns that companies delaying procurement decisions could face higher spot exposure and rising marginal prices.
February 11, 2026Guatemala doubles solar output and targets 1 GW of new renewables by 2040
February 11, 2026Electricity demand has risen 15% in two years to 14,575 GWh, pushing renewables to 62.3% of the power mix. The government now plans to add 1,000 MW of clean capacity by 2040, backed by grid, storage and digital upgrades.
February 6, 2026FES Argentina 2026: executives debate the country’s new power market for renewables
February 6, 2026The event, taking place on 4–5 March in Buenos Aires, will bring together senior executives and energy authorities to analyse investments, technologies and market prospects amid a structural shift in Argentina’s power sector.
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.
January 13, 2025BlueNewables projects an LCOE of 70-85 €/MWh with its floating solar technology
January 13, 2025The company projects a global market of 400,000 MW for its PV-bos patent, which combines adaptable bifacial panels and containerized inverters. This model optimizes efficiency by using seawater as a natural coolant and features a scalable modular design.
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December 12, 2025Spain approves new grid access rules for demand and BESS as REE plans capacity map for February 2026
December 12, 2025The latest decision by Spain’s National Commission for Markets and Competition (CNMC) establishes a new regulatory framework that redefines the technical criteria used to assess grid-access applications for electricity consumption, covering both large industrial users and battery energy storage systems (BESS) connected to the power system. As part of the rollout, on 2 February the national transmission system operator, Red Eléctrica de España (REE), will launch a new digital tool.
December 11, 2025IDAE’s Carmen López outlines upcoming support schemes for hydropower storage and renewables, signalling optimism for the sector
December 11, 2025Carmen López, Director of Renewable Energy and the Electricity Market at Spain’s Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE), outlined the new funding lines soon to be launched to deploy the remaining EU budget, boosting prospects for storage, repowering and innovative renewable solutions.
December 11, 2025Capture Energy expands into southern Europe anticipating an energy-storage boom and targeting 100 MWh by 2026
December 11, 2025During an exclusive interview with Energía Estratégica at Genera 2025, the company’s Regional Director for Southern Europe outlined why this is a decisive moment for integrating energy storage with grid-flexibility services, and revealed the commercial milestones guiding the firm’s entry into new strategic markets.
December 12, 2025Spain approves new grid access rules for demand and BESS as REE plans capacity map for February 2026
December 12, 2025The latest decision by Spain’s National Commission for Markets and Competition (CNMC) establishes a new regulatory framework that redefines the technical criteria used to assess grid-access applications for electricity consumption, covering both large industrial users and battery energy storage systems (BESS) connected to the power system. As part of the rollout, on 2 February the national transmission system operator, Red Eléctrica de España (REE), will launch a new digital tool.
December 11, 2025IDAE’s Carmen López outlines upcoming support schemes for hydropower storage and renewables, signalling optimism for the sector
December 11, 2025Carmen López, Director of Renewable Energy and the Electricity Market at Spain’s Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE), outlined the new funding lines soon to be launched to deploy the remaining EU budget, boosting prospects for storage, repowering and innovative renewable solutions.
December 11, 2025Capture Energy expands into southern Europe anticipating an energy-storage boom and targeting 100 MWh by 2026
December 11, 2025During an exclusive interview with Energía Estratégica at Genera 2025, the company’s Regional Director for Southern Europe outlined why this is a decisive moment for integrating energy storage with grid-flexibility services, and revealed the commercial milestones guiding the firm’s entry into new strategic markets.
December 24, 2025Sungrow sees AI-powered BESS as the next growth engine in key global markets
December 24, 2025The company is rolling out a regional roadmap focused on operational innovation, strict regulatory frameworks, and specialized technical support to advance energy storage projects in Argentina, Peru, Chile, and Colombia.
December 24, 2025Chile awards 1.47 TWh in exceptional power supply auction for 2026 at US$98.7/MWh
December 24, 2025The one-year tender for regulated customers attracted strong competition, with bids totaling 2.5 times the required energy and prices well below the reserve level, reinforcing confidence in Chile’s short-term power procurement framework.
December 24, 2025METLEN completes historic renewable energy transaction in Chile for USD 865 million
December 24, 2025The portfolio includes four projects with an operational solar capacity of 588 MW backed by battery energy storage systems (“BESS”) built and located together with a capacity of 1610 MWh.
December 24, 2025Sungrow sees AI-powered BESS as the next growth engine in key global markets
December 24, 2025The company is rolling out a regional roadmap focused on operational innovation, strict regulatory frameworks, and specialized technical support to advance energy storage projects in Argentina, Peru, Chile, and Colombia.
December 24, 2025Chile awards 1.47 TWh in exceptional power supply auction for 2026 at US$98.7/MWh
December 24, 2025The one-year tender for regulated customers attracted strong competition, with bids totaling 2.5 times the required energy and prices well below the reserve level, reinforcing confidence in Chile’s short-term power procurement framework.
December 24, 2025METLEN completes historic renewable energy transaction in Chile for USD 865 million
December 24, 2025The portfolio includes four projects with an operational solar capacity of 588 MW backed by battery energy storage systems (“BESS”) built and located together with a capacity of 1610 MWh.
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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December 23, 2024Spain accelerates its technological leadership in the renewable hydrogen industry
December 23, 2024With integrated projects and economies of scale, Spain consolidates its position in the development of renewable hydrogen. Miguel A. Peña from AeH2 highlights key initiatives and technologies such as alkaline electrolysis, which are essential for the global energy transition.
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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 5, 2026Dominican Republic clears regulatory path for stand-alone BESS
February 5, 2026The legal transformation of ETED under Decree 55-26 grants operational autonomy and expanded powers to provide ancillary services, including energy storage. According to AABI Group, this allows the deployment of stand-alone battery energy storage systems (BESS) without further regulatory changes, in line with the methodology issued by the electricity regulator.
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.
February 4, 2026Argentina’s MATER sees 550+ MW of bids, but only 50 MW of grid capacity
February 4, 2026CAMMESA 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, 2026Colombia puts energy storage at the centre of its new long-term power auction
February 4, 2026The 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, 2026IRENA opens call to fast-track renewable energy finance in Latin America
February 4, 2026Selected 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.
