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?
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3 Ways Governments can Take Advantage of Low Oil Prices and Invest in a More Sustainable Future
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
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?