Ecuador’s southern Loja province has identified 5,400 MW of renewable energy potential across wind, solar and mini-hydroelectric projects as it seeks to establish itself as the country’s renewable energy capital. The province targets attracting $2 billion in investment to add 1,000 MW of capacity by 2034, though transmission bottlenecks currently limit deployment despite investor interest. […]
A Brazilian federal court has upheld the electricity regulator’s framework for compensating renewable generators when output is curtailed, rejecting industry demands for reimbursement regardless of the reason for cuts. The ruling clarifies regulatory authority over grid management costs and establishes that not all generation restrictions trigger automatic payment obligations, potentially limiting liability for system operators
Brazilian mining company Samarco has initiated wind energy procurement through a long-term self-production agreement with Casa dos Ventos, positioning wind to represent approximately 30% of its electricity consumption. The arrangement, structured with Samarco taking an equity stake in the renewable developer, demonstrates how mining operations are locking in renewables exposure to support production expansion while
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A regulatory bill under consideration in Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies proposes mandatory safeguards for communities located near terrestrial wind energy facilities, aiming to establish minimum distance requirements and environmental impact protocols. The measure reflects growing legislative attention to social and environmental externalities as Brazil expands its onshore wind capacity, particularly in northeastern states where installations
Bolivia’s 62 MW Warnes II wind park has entered its final construction phase with 87% overall progress, marking a critical step in the country’s renewable energy expansion as it prepares to install ten turbines amid broader energy supply challenges in Santa Cruz department. The Warnes II wind farm, developed by state utility ENDE Corporación, has
Bolivia’s Warnes II wind farm reaches 87% completion as 10-turbine assembly phase begins Read Post »
Vestas has achieved a milestone in Chile with the installation of the country’s first EnVentus V162 turbine, marking a technological advancement in the nation’s wind energy infrastructure. The deployment signals growing sophistication in Chile’s renewable energy sector as international manufacturers introduce higher-capacity equipment to the market. The development positions Chile as a testing ground for
Vestas has completed the installation of Chile’s first EnVentus V162 turbine at the Pampas hybrid project in Antofagasta Region, introducing technology capable of 20-30% higher energy production compared to previous generation turbines. The deployment signals increasing technical complexity in Chilean wind development as the sector shifts toward larger-capacity equipment, with Vestas managing over 2GW of
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Statkraft Peru has contracted Vestas to supply and install turbines for the 72 MW Emma wind farm in the Piura region, marking the Danish manufacturer’s return to Peru with its 4 MW platform. The project positions both companies to expand renewable capacity in northern Peru as the country seeks to diversify its energy matrix beyond
Colbún’s renewable generation in Chile reached 70.3% in 2025, driven by the Horizonte wind park, positioning the company above the national grid average and marking the first time in over a decade that renewables account for more than half its consolidated installed capacity across Chile and Peru. The shift reflects broader Chilean grid transformation and
