El próximo 9 de mayo se llevará a cabo en la ciudad de Quito, Ecuador, la cumbre de ministros del Sistema de Interconexión Eléctrica Andina (SINEA). A partir de esta cumbre, los países miembros buscan reafirmar su voluntad de avanzar en la creación de un Mercado Andino Eléctrico Regional (MAER) a través de la firma de la Declaración de Quito; aprobar la actualización de la Hoja … [Read more...] about Iniciativa SINEA: hacia la integración eléctrica de la región andina
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Collaboration as a catalyst for decarbonization
3 lessons learned from our collaboration with other energy institutions and Latin America’s path to decarbonization The global energy market has experienced volatility, price increases, and energy security challenges on many fronts in recent years. According to the 2022 World Energy Outlook, geopolitical and economic concerns have affected the energy markets worldwide, … [Read more...] about Collaboration as a catalyst for decarbonization
Bringing together the Caribbean through Energy
Accelerating private investment for a secure, resilient, and low carbon energy future through the Caribbean Regional Energy Policy Dialogue 2023 Energy services are key for improving lives across the Caribbean. The region experiences some of the highest electricity costs globally due to their heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels for power generation, thus impacting their … [Read more...] about Bringing together the Caribbean through Energy
Great news for the Electricity Sector: Electrorating and Electrokit
Imagine having key and updated data from the electricity distribution sector in LAC in just one place. Certainly, it would facilitate comparison, analysis, and regional research. We have good news for you! Next October 27, at 2:30 pm (EDT) the IDB will be launching two initiatives in partnership with the Energy Hub: Electrorating and Electrokit. Sign up! Why are these … [Read more...] about Great news for the Electricity Sector: Electrorating and Electrokit
Communication Strategies: A Key Element for Energy Subsidy Reforms in Latin America and the Caribbean
Energy subsidies are widely used across the globe. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) estimates that energy subsidies cost trillions of dollars each year as they are increasingly used due to fiscal constraints, peaks in fuel prices, and the misalignment of incentives with climate change efforts. In addition to the heavy burden, … [Read more...] about Communication Strategies: A Key Element for Energy Subsidy Reforms in Latin America and the Caribbean