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AES Andes Withdraws INNA Energy Megaproject Near Paranal Observatory, Highlighting Need for Stricter Environmental Protections in Chile

AES Andes formally abandoned the INNA project, a large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia production facility planned near the Paranal Observatory in Chile’s Atacama Desert. The decision underscores rising tensions between Chile’s push for renewable energy expansion and the preservation of its globally critical astronomical sites, indicating a need for enhanced regulatory frameworks to safeguard protected […]

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Chile, Hydrogen, Politics

Chile Updates National Green Hydrogen Strategy for 2026-2030 with Focus on Domestic Demand and Industrial Viability

Chile’s updated Green Hydrogen Strategy 2026-2030 prioritizes domestic consumption, industrial scalability, and regulatory infrastructure amid recalibrated cost expectations and a more gradual global market expansion. The strategy aligns with long-term carbon neutrality goals and advances regional development through targeted investment and workforce training, positioning Chile as a competitive hydrogen and derivatives supplier. The Chilean Interministerial

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Economy, Hydrogen, Peru

Arequipa Set to Become Latin America’s Renewable Energy Hub with Major Investments in Green Hydrogen, Solar, Wind, and Mining Infrastructure

Arequipa is advancing rapidly as a strategic center for renewable energy and mining exports in Peru, driven by over $15 billion in planned investments, including the construction of South America’s largest green hydrogen plant. Expansion in solar and wind capacity alongside major mining project developments positions the region to supply decarbonized minerals and clean energy

Arequipa Set to Become Latin America’s Renewable Energy Hub with Major Investments in Green Hydrogen, Solar, Wind, and Mining Infrastructure Read Post »

Brazil, Economy, Hydrogen

Brazil to Decide on $63 Billion Low-Carbon Hydrogen Investments in 2026 Amid Regulatory and Market Challenges

Brazil is poised for a critical decision in 2026 regarding seven major low-carbon hydrogen projects totaling over $63 billion in investments. Progress in regulatory frameworks and international demand signals, including H2Global auctions and COP30 agreements, will be decisive for the country’s ambition to become Latin America’s leading green hydrogen producer. In 2026, Brazil faces a

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Chile, Hydrogen, Politics

Chile advances updated National Green Hydrogen Strategy with cross-party consensus and intergovernmental continuity

Chile’s Strategic Committee on Green Hydrogen convened to update the National Green Hydrogen and Derivatives Strategy, focusing on the industry’s development over the next five years and consolidating efforts established since 2020. The update maintains a clear commitment to long-term policy stability and international collaboration, positioning Chile to enhance its competitive role in the emerging

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Chile, Hydrogen, Markets

AES Andes Abandons $10 Billion INNA Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Project, Shifting Focus to Renewables and Storage

AES Andes has halted development of its US$10 billion INNA project for green hydrogen and ammonia production in Taltal, Chile, signaling a strategic pivot towards renewable energy and battery storage assets. The decision reflects increased selectivity in megainvestments amid complex regulatory and environmental challenges, while maintaining support for hydrogen’s long-term role in Chile’s energy transition.

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Colombia, Hydrogen, Markets

Colombia Advances Hydrogen Pilot Programs for Heavy-Duty Transport and National Energy Transition

Colombia is intensifying its efforts to deploy low-emission hydrogen technologies in heavy-duty transport, signaling a strategic move toward decarbonizing the freight sector and accelerating the national energy transition. Ongoing pilot programs and a broad government-led call for proposals aim to generate technical evidence and guide policy development, positioning hydrogen as a key energy vector for

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Chile, Economy, Hydrogen

Chile’s Energy Transition Enters a Critical Phase with Governmental and Market Reforms Targeting 2050 Carbon Neutrality

Chile is positioned for a decisive phase in its energy transition through recent government mandates and an actionable roadmap toward carbon neutrality by 2050. Market and regulatory reforms planned under President José Antonio Kast’s administration aim to overcome bureaucratic inertia, enhance regulatory certainty, and accelerate investment in renewables, green hydrogen, and critical minerals, reinforcing Chile’s

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Chile, Economy, Hydrogen

Chile’s Environmental Project Approvals Reach Record $41.53 Billion in 2025 Driven by Energy and Mining Sector Expansion

Chile’s environmental regulatory authority approved a historic $41.53 billion worth of projects in 2025, nearly doubling investment compared to the prior year. Energy and mining sectors, which accounted for nearly 70 percent of total approvals, saw significant increases, supported by streamlined environmental evaluation processes and a new technological modernization plan. In 2025, the Chilean Environmental

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