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Guatemala updates regulations for distributed solar up to 5 MW Guatemala has updated its regulatory framework for renewable distributed-generation projects of up to 5 MW, introducing new connection procedures, grid-capacity mapping and technical requirements. The new rules take effect Aug. 17, while projects already under application may remain under the previous regime unless developers opt into the new framework.
Luis Ini
1 hour ago
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Colombia: Earthquake affects power grid, but no damage reported at solar plants A magnitude-7.4 earthquake in Colombia disrupted electricity supplies, leaving up to 20% of demand unmet in some affected regions. No damage has been reported at utility-scale solar plants, with the main impacts concentrated on transmission and distribution infrastructure.
Luis Ini
24 hours ago
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Cuba receives another 5,000 solar systems from China, expands renewable energy incentives The photovoltaic systems will be used for rural homes and essential services. Cuba has also introduced new renewable energy incentives, including a $3.30/kWh payment rate and tax exemptions for clean energy equipment and investments.
Luis Ini
Aug 11, 2026
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Brazil proposes mandatory take-back scheme for solar panels, batteries A bill under review in Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies stipulates that manufacturers, importers and retailers should be responsible for collecting and recycling equipment after its end-of-life.
Alessandra Neris
Aug 06, 2026
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IRENA opens funding call for renewable energy projects in Central America, the Caribbean Selected projects will have access to financing instruments, investment partnerships and risk reduction mechanisms. Proposals submitted before September 1 will receive priority consideration.
Luis Ini
Aug 04, 2026
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Technology & Products
Peruvian researchers develop foldable solar panels for naval, mining applications The technology uses a pattern inspired by Japanese origami to fold the photovoltaic panels in a single movement. A prototype weighs around 6 kg and can be transported in a suitcase.
Luis Ini
Aug 03, 2026
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Colombia awards 725 MW of solar on second day of green energy auction The country’s Clean Energy Procurement Auction awarded 995 MW of solar and nearly 100 MW of battery energy storage systems across two days.
Luis Ini
Jul 31, 2026
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Colombia awards 270 MW of solar, 100 MW of storage in clean energy auction Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy awarded contracts for around 270 MW of new solar tied to 100 MW of battery energy storage in the first round of its long-term clean energy auction. The 15-year contracts begin supplying electricity in 2030.
Luis Ini
Jul 30, 2026
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Uruguay plans 500 MW of new renewables by 2030 Uruguay is planning to deploy an additional 500 MW of new renewables before the end of the current administration in February 2030. The plan includes four new solar projects, two of which have already been identified.
Luis Ini
Jul 30, 2026