South America has some of the most abundant solar resources ideal for solar energy development. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of electricity that contributes to lower carbon emissions. Solar energy can reduce reliance on fossil fuels and hydroelectric power. This helps the region to reduce its climatic conditions and enhance their energy […]
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Geothermal energy is energy generated from the heat from the earth’s interior for electricity and heating. South America has abundant mountain ranges that promote the exploration f geothermal energy. Geothermal energy features along the Andean volcanic belt that stretches across several countries. This is across countries like Chile, Argentina, Colombia and Ecuador. There are current
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South America has the potential to become a global leader in hydrogen economy. It has abundant renewable energy resources that contribute to the production of hydrogen. Many South American countries have ambitious decarbonization targets. Hydrogen has the potential to achieve these goals. Produced hydrogen could serve in industries such as steelmaking, transportation and chemicals. This
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Community-based energy projects are becoming more popular in South America. It is a means to address energy access, sustainability, and economic development challenges. The projects involve local communities in the ownership, development and operation of the systems. As a trend, it reflects a broader global shift towards decentralized and renewable energy solutions. These projects offer
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Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is on the rise in South America driven by several factors in the region. As a trend, it will impact the automotive industry, energy infrastructure and environmental sustainability. Technological advancements like battery technology, vehicle models and connectivity and autonomy promote electric vehicles industry. Electric vehicles produce zero tailpipe emissions. This provides
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South America is in the lead for hydropower production as a major contributor to electricity generation. It is rich in natural resources and has great potential for development and deployment of renewable energy projects. The region is also an ideal location for harnessing solar, wind, hydro, and biomass power. Environmental concerns and supportive government policies
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As the world continues in the transition to clean energy, Brazil has proved it is possible to rely on it. Clean energy is the energy generated from clean sources that does not produce carbon. These sources include solar power, wind power, hydropower, nuclear and geothermal power. Brazil has surpassed France the biggest clean energy producer
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Brazil has proven it is possible to boost clean power generation despite the economic gusts. This comes after the country produced 93% of the total energy from clean energy sources. By doing so, the country has surpassed France as the greatest clean energy producer. Most of this clean energy was mainly from the use of
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Hydropower plays a crucial role in Ecuador’s electricity mix that helps to meet the high electricity demand. Hydropower also helps the country to reduce the use of fossil fuels and reliance on foreign energy. The energy produced from hydropower accounts for 55% of the country’s electricity mix. The mountainous terrain and presence of rivers allows
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Ecuador is a major hydropower producer from the available water resources in the country. This helps to provide electricity to consumers, businesses and industries in the country. Hydropower contributes to around 55% of the total energy production in the country. It is however vulnerable to droughts as this leads to the shift to coal-fired plants
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