The Sustainable Energy Marketplace for Latin America and the Caribbean, a joint initiative led by IDB and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is pleased to announce that it will award up to $300,000 in technical assistance to advance the development of six renewable energy projects. … [Read more...] about Sustainable Energy Marketplace Announces Project Winners
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Barriers to Electrification in Latin America
When it comes to providing electricity access to homes, both economic and the geographical factors play a role. This column examines the state of economic development of a country in order to explain electricity access. … [Read more...] about Barriers to Electrification in Latin America
A sustainable energy model for Spain in 2050
International Commitment to the Fight against Climate Change The recent Paris Agreement reached at the XXI Conference of the Parties (COP21) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change aims to keep the increase in global average temperature well below 2 °C with respect to preindustrial levels. … [Read more...] about A sustainable energy model for Spain in 2050
Lessons Learned About How to Improve Corporate Governance in the Energy Sector
Strengthening institutions and companies in the energy sector along with energy access, energy sustainability, and energy security are important energy issues. … [Read more...] about Lessons Learned About How to Improve Corporate Governance in the Energy Sector
Can Mega-Infrastructure Energy Projects be Done Right?
After decades of planning and construction, SIEPAC (The Central American Electrical Interconnection System) was finally completed in 2014. It took longer than expected to come to life but on many levels, the 1,800km transmission line represented a boost for the region. It improved electrical markets and provided electricity and telecommunications for millions of residents … [Read more...] about Can Mega-Infrastructure Energy Projects be Done Right?