Paraguay launches first large-scale solar tender, marking historic shift in energy policy
Paraguay has launched its first large-scale solar photovoltaic tender under Law No. 7599/2025, marking a key step in diversifying its electricity mix beyond hydropower. The 140 MW project, supported by the World Bank, includes grid connection via a 220 kV substation and opens the door to long-term renewable PPAs and future hybrid solar-plus-storage developments.
Colombia awards 1,546.9 MW of solar capacity in firm energy auction for 2029–2030
The Firm Energy Obligations (OEF) auction held in Colombia awarded 4,069.7 MW of new capacity scheduled to enter the system starting in December 2029. Solar PV accounted for 1,546.9 MW across 29 awarded projects, with individual plant capacities of up to 200 MW among the main beneficiaries.
Cuba raises renewable electricity export tariff 30-fold
Cuba has introduced a new tariff of CUP 90 ($3.75)/kWh for surplus renewable electricity exported to the national grid, replacing a lower differentiated pricing system for residential and non-residential producers.
Brazil falls short of its battery storage potential
The Brazilian Association of Energy Storage Solutions gathered executives to debate applications that could solve systemic challenges facing the Brazilian electricity sector. The issue, they argue, goes beyond a “BESS vs. thermal or renewables vs. energy security” debate, but involves finding the best combination of security, price, ‘renewability’, and flexibility.
The Hydrogen Stream: Netherlands commissions 32-km hydrogen pipeline
Gasunie has launched a 32-km hydrogen pipeline in the Port of Rotterdam linking Maasvlakte and Pernis, marking the first operational section of the Dutch hydrogen backbone and enabling future expansion toward national and cross-border hydrogen networks.
Brazil increases import tax on batteries at local manufacturer’s request
The measure raises the import tariff from 18% to 25% for 48V LFP batteries intended for stationary applications in telecommunications and photovoltaic systems of up to 4.8 kW until May 2027, following a request from the domestic industry via LETEC. For other batteries classified as lithium-ion electric accumulators, the reduced rate of 18% remains.
Mexico launches call for renewable energy, storage projects linked to state utility CFE
The scheme targets projects of 0.7 MW and above, with a 935 MW indicative storage need, and is part of broader reforms to streamline investment while strengthening state-led planning of the electricity sector.
Colombia regulates transmission capacity allocation to speed up energy project connections
The measure aims to reduce grid connection delays and ease congestion in the National Interconnected System (SIN) amid rising electricity demand.
Argentina commissions 360 MW solar farm
The $220 million project has a capacity of 305 MW and is located in the province of Mendoza, in the sunny Cuyo region.
