South america

VH Global Launches Two New Solar Plants in Brazil
VH Global Energy boosts Brazil's renewable landscape, energizing two new solar plants and raising its capacity to 34.3 MWdc, with more projects on the horizon!
Jan 20, 2025 // Plants, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant, VH Global Energy
Voltalia Launches 19.7-MW Solar Farm in Colombia
Voltalia SA breaks ground on its first Colombian solar venture, the 19.7-MW Los Venados farm, promising green power for 40,000 people and a brighter future in Tolima.
Jan 15, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Colombia, PV Power Plant, Voltalia SA
Brazil Surpasses 52 GW in Solar Power Capacity
Brazil's solar capacity soars past 52 GW, highlighting its renewable energy leadership in Latin America and sparking job creation in the green economy.
Jan 15, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil
Elera Completes 1.6-GW Solar Expansion in Brazil
Elera Renovaveis powers up Brazil's Janauba solar complex, reaching 1,617 MWp and solidifying its commitment to a sustainable energy future. Renewable energy is shining bright!
Jan 15, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant, Elera Renovaveis
Chile's Renewable Investments Hit Record $5.7 Billion
Chile’s renewable energy investment soared 231% in 2024, fueling growth in solar and wind as challenges loom, but the future shines bright with ambitious green projects ahead.
Jan 13, 2025 // Markets & Finance News, Market Research, Chile, South america
Colbun Initiates $500M Solar and Storage Project in Chile
Colbun SA embarks on a transformative journey with its Encanto project—a 249.7-MW solar farm and cutting-edge battery storage, propelling Chile's renewable energy future with a $500 million investment.
Jan 1, 2025 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, Storage, Chile, South america, Colbun SA
Raizen Sells 128 MWp Solar Generation in Brazil
Raizen SA’s sale of 128 MWp in solar capacity marks a bold step forward in Brazil's renewable energy landscape, reinforcing its commitment to a sustainable energy future.
Dec 27, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, Markets & Finance News, South america, Brazil, Raizen
Palmas Launches 8-MW Solar Park for Sustainability
Palmas shines bright with Brazil's first fully sustainable city! The new 8.3-MW solar park powers public buildings, promising 12.8 million kWh of clean energy annually.
Dec 19, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant, Palmas
Chile's Renewable Energy Share Falls to 41.3% in October
Chile's renewable energy dips to 41.3%, signaling challenges ahead as the nation navigates a shifting energy landscape and the urgent need for sustainable solutions.
Nov 29, 2024 // Markets & Finance News, Chile, South america
Yinson Secures $59M for Peru Solar Farm Project
Yinson Renewables makes waves in Peru with its $59M solar project, marking a new era of subsidy-free energy and a commitment to a sustainable future in Latin America.
Nov 28, 2024 // Plants, Markets & Finance News, South america, Peru, PV Power Plant, Yinson Renewables
Brazil Boosts Solar Module Import Tariff to 25%
Brazil hikes solar module tariffs to 25%, aiming to boost local manufacturing. But experts warn it might jeopardize 281 projects worth over BRL 97 billion.
Nov 18, 2024 // Tariffs, South america, Brazil, solar module
EDP Expands Solar Portfolio with Brazil Acquisition
EDP strengthens its Brazilian footprint with a BRL 218 million solar acquisition, aiming for 500 MWp capacity by 2026. Bright future ahead as construction begins!
Nov 7, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, EDP, South america, Brazil
Tigo Energy Supplies Optimisers for Brazil's Largest Floating Solar
Tigo Energy fuels Brazil's solar future, supplying 97,200 optimizers for the country's largest floating solar project, set to revolutionize renewable energy by 2025.
Nov 1, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, PV Power Plant, Tigo Energy
Casa dos Ventos Powers Green Fertilizer Production in Brazil
Casa dos Ventos teams with Atlas Agro to power a green hydrogen facility, revolutionizing fertiliser production in Brazil and paving the way for a sustainable agricultural future.
Oct 29, 2024 // Manufacturing News, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Brazil, Casa dos Ventos
Ecopetrol Launches 56.1-MW Solar Farm in Colombia
Ecopetrol's new 56.1-MW solar farm transforms Barrancabermeja, powering 40,500 homes and boosting renewable energy efforts while cutting CO2 emissions significantly. A bold step towards a sustainable future!
Oct 11, 2024 // Plants, Large-Scale, Commercial, South america, Colombia, EcoPetrol, solar farm