During the last few weeks, we have seen, heard, and read various information, in all possible media, about the pandemic that affects humanity. The impact of COVID-19 in Latin America and the Caribbean is beginning to directly affect the lives of the population due to the decisions, both political and economic, that governments have taken in favor of social protection and human … [Read more...] about The electricity sector, a fundamental pillar in the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic
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Solar and Wind Energy Will Transform the Colombia Energy Matrix
Colombia’s renewable energy auction will increase by 40 times the country’s actual solar and wind energy installed capacity. The auction, carried out on October 22, assigned 10,186 MWh/day of energy contracts at a weighted average price of US $ 0.027 kWh (COP $ 95.65 kWh), approximately 34% lower than the current market prices of bilateral energy contracts. The contracts … [Read more...] about Solar and Wind Energy Will Transform the Colombia Energy Matrix
Latin America and the Caribbean’s mining sector is key to fighting climate change
The mining industry is not beloved in Latin America and Caribbean (LAC). This can be for good reason: we have learned of tailings disasters that have killed hundreds; projects that have generated riches that never reached communities; and corruption scandals that have permeated all levels of government, just to name a few. Importantly too, we are increasingly aware that … [Read more...] about Latin America and the Caribbean’s mining sector is key to fighting climate change
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
Light for rural education: more Energy to reduce School Dropout
New evidence shows that light improves the potential learning of citizens and may help reduce the cycle of poverty. Rural electrification may have a direct impact on reducing primary school dropout, a recent study published by the IDB's Energy Division shows that Schooling is associated with the reduction of child labor and is considered an important step in the search to … [Read more...] about Light for rural education: more Energy to reduce School Dropout