Energy is key for economic development. Oil, gas, and electricity serve as an important input for transport and industry processes. Electricity is essential for household’s well-being, and commercial activities. Moreover, the quality of most public services, such as health and education, rely on electricity. Historically, demand growth is coupled with economic development. … [Read more...] about Energy transition and economic development: a challenge or an opportunity for Brazil?
Arturo D. Alarcón
Arturo D. Alarcón es Especialista Senior de la División de Energía del Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo, basado en Panamá. Ingresó al Banco en 2010 y desde entonces ha trabajado en el desarrollo y supervisión de proyectos de generación, transmisión, distribución, electrificación rural y energías alternativas en Brasil y la región. Actúa como el punto focal para la hidroelectricidad en la división de energía del BID. Arturo tiene un doctorado en Ingeniería Eléctrica (enfocado en la planificación de sistemas eléctricos) y una Maestría en Sistemas de Energía y Negocios, ambos de la Universidad de Strathclyde en Glasgow, Escocia (Reino Unido). Es ingeniero electromecánico de la Universidad Privada Boliviana. Antes de unirse al BID, trabajó como investigador en el Instituto de Energía y Medio Ambiente de la Universidad de Strathclyde, desarrollando nuevos métodos de planificación para generación renovable y distribuida, redes inteligentes, almacenamiento de energía y sistemas de energía.
Three solutions to reduce energy consumption in your city
Investments in energy efficiency can support cities to have a smarter use of energy, helping them to reduce carbon emissions. Moreover, energy efficiency may optimize the use of public resources, which are often scarce. Cities consume more than 65 percent of the World’s Energy and are responsible for more than 70 percent of global greenhouse emissions. In countries such as … [Read more...] about Three solutions to reduce energy consumption in your city
Digitization: a revolution for the hydroelectric sector
One of the first power generation technologies, created in the 19th century, is at the forefront of the digital revolution of the 21st century. Digital technology has been present in the electric sector since its inception, given its nature of high technological level. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (known as SCADA), have been common in power systems for … [Read more...] about Digitization: a revolution for the hydroelectric sector
Smart grids: the future of the network is in our hands
Who has not heard of smart grids? The term is increasingly common in discussions about the present and future of the electrical grid. But, what is a smart grid? … [Read more...] about Smart grids: the future of the network is in our hands
Why are Hybrid Energy Systems Important for Latin America and the Caribbean?
Latin America and the Caribbean is a region with high potential for renewable energy of all kinds. However, there are still gaps in terms of access to electricity access. Approximately 24 million people still have no electricity access, while others have access with very low quality, particularly in isolated systems. In this context, hybrid systems are a real cost effective … [Read more...] about Why are Hybrid Energy Systems Important for Latin America and the Caribbean?