Energy is a key part of the social and economic development of a country. If you don’t believe me, just look at countries with a high dependence on petroleum-based fuels for energy consumption. For example, in Central America and the Caribbean where there are high penetrations of petroleum products for electricity generation, countries face high prices for … [Read more...] about 3 Ways Governments can Take Advantage of Low Oil Prices and Invest in a More Sustainable Future
Does Gender Equality Exist in the Energy Sector?
“This sector is not only for men. I am going to learn to be a technician!” A woman from Malawi told the story of her journey into the energy field at the Second Annual United Nations Sustainable Energy for All Forum in New York last May. She spoke to participants from the energy sector, 80% of whom were male and explained how, when she first got started in the energy field, … [Read more...] about Does Gender Equality Exist in the Energy Sector?
Universal Access to Electricity: How Much Power is Enough?
The United Nations, following the objectives of Sustainable Energy for All (SE4All) initiative, has the goal that all the planet's inhabitants will receive electricity service in their homes and sustainably by 2030. This measure, together with others, responds to the understanding that energy is a key element for human development and that it can help those who don’t have it … [Read more...] about Universal Access to Electricity: How Much Power is Enough?
Did You Know That Coal is the Primary Source of Electricity in Chile?
Electricity Generation and Losses by Source in Chile, 2012 Perhaps most surprising fact is that wood is the second source of electricity in Chile. Look at the electricity generation mix of Chile in 2012* which uses data from the International Energy Agency. Of the energy consumed in the process of electricity generation, coal accounts for 37% and wood for 24%. Gas accounts … [Read more...] about Did You Know That Coal is the Primary Source of Electricity in Chile?
Smart Solutions put Energy Efficiency in the Spotlight in Latin America
*This post was first published in The Guardian. Energy efficiency provides the cleanest, cheapest, and quickest solution to meet worldwide energy demand. Long-term energy scenarios developed by the International Energy Agency assign energy efficiency the largest role in reducing carbon emissions to mitigate climate change. This role is much greater than all other means … [Read more...] about Smart Solutions put Energy Efficiency in the Spotlight in Latin America