Chile’s Ministry of Finance has formed a panel of specialists to assess public finances and recommend measures in response to the largest oil price surge since 1985, triggered by Middle East geopolitical conflict. Officials emphasize active monitoring of fuel price volatility and economic repercussions, with coordination between key ministries and state energy entities to protect […]
Chile is accelerating its electric transmission infrastructure development by launching several international tenders for construction and expansion projects. These initiatives align with the country’s energy transition policies, aiming to fortify grid reliability, increase system capacity, and support carbon neutrality targets through coordinated expansion in key substations and transmission corridors. The Coordinador Eléctrico Nacional (CEN) has
Chile advances green hydrogen integration in logistics through a $13.7 million industrial ring project designed to supply heavy transport operations between the Metropolitan Region and Valparaíso ports. The four-year initiative aims to demonstrate scalable hydrogen demand and reduce carbon emissions in critical supply chains, reinforcing the country’s strategic green energy roadmap. The Chilean Corporation for
Chile has released the updated National Green Hydrogen Strategy for 2026-2030, outlining critical priorities to strengthen domestic demand, accelerate exports, and enhance sector governance. The updated framework emphasizes public-private collaboration and aims to position Chile as a leading global supplier of green hydrogen, supporting the country’s decarbonization, energy security, and regional economic growth goals. The
Solarig has solidified its leadership in renewable asset operations in Latin America by signing a strategic agreement with Tesla to operate and maintain Megapack 2 XL battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Chile. This partnership positions Solarig to enhance its regional service expansion, targeting further certified agreements across key markets such as Peru and Mexico,
EXPONOR 2026 in Antofagasta will spotlight the strengthening alliance between the energy and mining sectors, emphasizing clean energy technologies and innovations that enhance operational stability and sustainability. The event is set to drive knowledge exchange and strategic partnerships to boost Chile’s positioning as a leader in renewable energy and mining competitiveness. EXPONOR 2026, scheduled from
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Sigdo Koppers, through its subsidiary Puerto Ventanas S.A., signed an agreement to acquire the Puerto Andino terminal in Mejillones, northern Chile, enhancing its port infrastructure portfolio in the Antofagasta Region. The acquisition aligns with growing global demand for strategic minerals and the upcoming operation of the Capricorn Bioceanic Corridor, positioning the company to expand logistics
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The Núcleo Tecnológico para el Desarrollo de Nuevas Energías de Magallanes (NEMa) has initiated a comprehensive mapping study of the region’s scientific and technological infrastructure to support the emerging green hydrogen industry. This census seeks to identify existing capacities, infrastructure gaps, and potential collaborative opportunities, laying groundwork for targeted investments and innovation acceleration in Magallanes.
Chile’s Ministry of Energy and the Energy Sustainability Agency have opened a public tender to install 34 grid-connected photovoltaic systems within rural water sanitation services across three macrozones: Atacama, Coquimbo and Metropolitana; O’Higgins and Maule; and Ñuble, Los Ríos and Los Lagos. This move targets operational cost reductions and improved energy stability in rural water
