There is continued development of green energy in South America as the region invests in renewable energy sources. Countries like Brazil, Chile and Argentina are at the forefront of renewable energy development and integration. The plenty of natural resources like wind, solar, and hydropower supports the development of clean energy in the region. The integration […]
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Distributed energy resources (DERs) refer to small-scale technologies for energy generation and storage situated near the location of use. This encompasses solar panels, wind turbines, and battery storage. These DERs enable enhanced energy management and ease the shift to a decentralized energy grid. The expansion of distributed energy resources is driven by elements like renewable
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Brazil has made significant strides in increasing its renewable energy capacity in 2024. The country has plenty of renewable energy sources that increase the capacity. Recently, Brazil has seen a shift towards diversifying with solar and wind energy. There are large-scale wind and solar projects with incentives for distributed solar. The expansions in renewable energy
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Agrivoltaics in South America is a practice of combining solar and energy generation with agriculture on the same land. This involves installing solar panels over agricultural fields or integrating into agricultural structures. Countries like Brazil and Chile are adopting the use of agrivoltaics given their natural resources. The agricultural lands and solar radiation make it
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South America has the opportunity to gain from power integration due to its abundant resources and potential for mutual advantages. At present, every nation is implementing its own energy policies and infrastructure. Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other nations own a variety of energy sources. By incorporating hydropower, solar, and wind resources, these countries can lower
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Zinc batteries are gaining momentum as renewable energy growth advances in South America. Zinc-based batteries are safe, cost-efficient, and have stability compared to lithium-ion batteries. Zinc batteries use abundant zinc metal, which makes them an economically viable option. They store excess power generated by sources like solar and wind and discharge during peak demand hours.
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More South American countries are continuing to enter and expand their presence in the global liquid natural gas market. Liquid natural gas (LNG) provides a path towards energy security, economic growth, and lower carbon emissions. Countries like Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru have abundant natural gas reserves. This positions the region as a key player
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Ecuador has been struggling with the consequences of severe weather conditions in recent months. Power shortages and blackouts in the country have been triggered by a rise in drought conditions. In September, the drought intensified, impacting the reservoirs of hydroelectric power stations. Approximately 72% of the electricity supply is from hydroelectric plants. As a result,
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The Caraveli wind project in Peru recently secured land rights through permanent occupancy easement granted by the Peruvian government. The project will boast an installation of 36 wind turbines with a capacity to generate 220 MW. The project has designs to reduce its environmental impact through measures to protect biodiversity and water resources. This project
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Increased innovations contribute to the efficient transmission of electricity across the diverse geography of South America. The innovations in power transmission lines ensure grid stability and support the growth of renewable energy. The innovations also focus on improving the efficiency, sustainability, and resilience of power grids. These innovations include high-voltage direct current transmission, smart grids,
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