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Planeta Rica Solar Park Commences Commercial Operations in Colombia The Ministry of Mines and Energy of Colombia has announced the commencement of commercial operations for the Planeta Rica Solar Park project, located in the department of Córdoba. With a capacity of 19.9 MW, this venture represents a collaboration between MPC Energy Solutions (MPCES) and Akuo Energy, signaling a notable advancement in Colombia’s renewable energy landscape. The Planeta Rica Solar Park project is a joint endeavor between MPC Energy Solutions (MPCES), an Independent Power Producer (IPP) predominantly owned by German MPC Capital, and Akuo Energy, a French renewable energy developer. Each party holds a 50% stake in the project, demonstrating […] Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/djtPTGrE #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #middleeast #africa #india #asiapacific #asia #akuoenergy #america #colombia #latinamerica #mpcenergysolutions #planetaricasolarpark #southamerica

As traditional energy sources dwindle and environmental issues escalate, #renewables offer a path to energy security and sustainability. With abundant natural resources, a fast-growing economy, and policies that promote the further development and use of renewables, the #Philippines is poised to be a leader in #greenenergy in Southeast Asia. In this piece, I explore the Philippines' viability as a destination for investors looking to make a mark in the region’s renewable energy sector. https://lnkd.in/gbw3a3tD Withersworldwide

Go Ballarat! Ballarat might be the first regional city in Aus to go fully renewable, with plans to create a network that can locally generate, share and use renewable power! Exciting to think of the possibilities in our future clean energy grid 🌞 We have great commitment from the community and private sector in Ballarat towards our Ballarat Net Zero Emissions Plan 2030! https://lnkd.in/g_Xr498C “The Committee for Ballarat which is behind the Ballarat Energy Network (BEN), some 20 of Ballarat’s largest businesses and industries, and Ausnet Services and Mondo, are looking at how to use commercial and industrial, and household generation, to power the town.” Committee for Ballarat #renewables #netzero #sustainablecities #renewableenergy

Could MENA lead the way in Renewables? A recent World Economic Forum report highlights MENA's potential in renewable energy production. With generous natural resources like high solar irradiation levels and vast land for wind farms, the region is well-positioned. The report outlines key strategies, including scaling up renewable projects and promoting cross-border collaboration. In the coming years, it seems Middle East & North Africa is likely to emerge as a global leader in the renewables industry. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/drr25ZwY SolarQuarter #MENA #Renewables #NorthAfrica

𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐫𝐠𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐊𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐚 🇰🇷! 💼 Their investment of around US$100 million will power up the renewable energy scene with a focus on a small utility-scale and rooftop solar ☀️. ▶️ Actis aims to own 100% of the platform, eyeing a whopping 400MW portfolio in the next few years. This move marks Actis’ first foray into South Korea’s energy market as part of their Asia climate strategy, driving towards a greener future 🌏. 🌱 With South Korea leveling up its renewables game, Actis is all set to support the country's ambitious targets of 72.7GW by 2030 and 108.3GW by 2036! 🎯🔋 “𝘐𝘵’𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘒𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘸𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦𝘴. 𝘒𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘢 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘱 𝘶𝘱 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘸𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳 𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘦𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘯𝘦𝘵 𝘻𝘦𝘳𝘰 𝘣𝘺 2050. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘈𝘳𝘨𝘰 𝘌𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘴𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘦 𝘶𝘱 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘴𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵.”— 𝘈𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘬𝘢 𝘙𝘰𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘰, 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳, 𝘌𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘐𝘯𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘈𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘴. Read the full article 🔗:  https://lnkd.in/eiMyBTRG #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #Actis #SouthKorea

Southeast Asia is emerging as a key player in the global renewable energy market, with investments exceeding $76 billion from 2023 to 2025 and projected to reach $119 billion by 2027. 🔋 This growth will primarily focus on wind, solar, and geothermal projects, signalling a shift towards cleaner energy sources in the region. 🤝 Collaboration between public and private sectors is emphasised for sustainable growth in Southeast Asia's renewable energy sector. By strategically positioning investments and staying informed about regional developments, investors can play a pivotal role in the region's sustainable energy future while reaping the benefits of this burgeoning sector. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Lvnxqh #RenewableEnergy #InvestInSustainability #ASEAN #GreenFuture

Many challenges but can be soon to come for the SEA #GoGreenergy effectively: " Investment in renewables in Southeast Asian countries could reach US$119 billion by 2027 driven by wind, solar and geothermal projects, according to energy research firm Rystad Energy. In the shorter term, investments in renewables are set to exceed US$76 billion from 2023 to 2025. The company said energy transition in Southeast Asia was propelled by different countries in the region, including Vietnam, the Philippines and Indonesia. https://lnkd.in/gQcuEtNM World Hydrogen Council

Bulgaria: Significant investments in solar In Bulgaria’s dynamic renewable energy scene, the years leading up to 2023, and likely extending beyond, have showcased a clear trend: photovoltaics have emerged as the top preference for potential investors in green energy on the local market. Investors are drawn by favourable natural conditions for solar energy in Bulgaria, coupled with proactive regulatory measures—setting […] https://lnkd.in/dwHPKDgy

🌞 Renewable Energy Triumphs! 🌞 Seven countries, including Albania, Bhutan, and Iceland, now generate almost 100% of their electricity from renewable sources like hydro, wind, and solar power! 🌍⚡️ 🌟40 more countries generate at least 50% of their electricity from renewables. 🌞The UK hit 41.5% renewable energy in 2022. 📈Scotland's renewable output surpassed its entire electricity consumption by 113%! 🔆 Solar Surge: Solar energy, boosted by advancements in perovskite technology, is on track to become the world’s main energy source by 2050. Join the clean energy movement and see how renewables are reshaping our world! #SpotlessSolar #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #SolarPower #NetZero 👉 Learn more about the future of renewable energy! https://lnkd.in/es-2b_KM

🚀 Exciting news in the energy sector in Chile 🇨🇱⚡! Atlas Renewable Energy and COPEC S.A. (through EMOAC - Optimizamos tu energía) are teaming up to revolutionize Chile's energy landscape with a massive 200MW/800MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) 🌞🔋. The BESS del Desierto project will boost energy reliability and will contribute to reduce curtailment in the north of Chile, allowing to offer custom solutions for clients who demand renewable sources. This is another important step in the energy transition in Chile, we will see many more of these projects in the future. 🌍 Let's accelerate the energy transition together! 💪 #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability 🌱 https://lnkd.in/dNKjc-u2