YPF Luz has activated the first 100 MW of its El Quemado solar park in Mendoza province, the first renewable energy facility to operate under Argentina's Large Investment Incentive Regime (RIGI). With an estimated investment of $210 million, the project is progressing towards a total capacity of 305 MW, generating enough electricity for over 233,000 Argentine households. This milestone marks a significant step towards the country's renewable energy goals, showcasing the potential for large-scale projects in energy infrastructure to accelerate the transition to clean energy sources.
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ArcelorMittal announces $900m renewable energy projects in India
ArcelorMittal has unveiled three new renewable energy projects in India, including a 250MW wind facility, 300MW solar facility, and 300MWh of battery storage in Bachau, Gujarat, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by 1.59mt annually and add 1GW to their renewable capacity. CEO Aditya Mittal emphasized the importance of sustainable investments in the energy transition. These projects, along with others in Brazil and Argentina, will collectively provide 3.3GW of power generation capacity, contributing to climate solutions. The article also discusses the use of microgrids and distributed renewables, highlighting the use of AI-enabled Microgrid Management SystemTM and strategic partnerships to create networked microgrids for a more flexible and resilient energy grid, promoting sustainable energy solutions to address climate change effectively.
https://www.power-technology.com/news/arcelormittal-900m-renewable-energy-projects-india/
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Argentina inaugurates its first solar highway
Argentina has recently unveiled its first solar highway, the Circunvalación Avenue in San Juan, featuring 36 solar panel arrays with a capacity of 5 kW each. These panels are mounted on monopoles along the road and combined with inverters and LED lights to independently power the highway's nighttime lighting. The project, which created over 80 jobs during construction, is based on a distributed generation model used in other countries. San Juan's high solar radiation conditions enable the maximization of the capacity factor of the installed equipment, showcasing the potential for solar energy solutions in the region.
https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/12/23/argentina-inaugurates-its-first-solar-highway/
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Big Year for Regeneration!
A group of farmers, food activists, and climate activists from North and South America gathered in Santiago, Chile under the banner of Regeneration International to develop a common strategy to address climate change and other pressing issues. Despite the cancellation of the COP25 in Santiago, they continued their efforts in Madrid, representing Regeneration International and fostering partnerships. The Chilean delegation of Regeneration International at COP25 is calling for a focus on four key points to expand regenerative solutions and restore global climate stability in time, including the importance of agroecology in combating climate change. Additionally, an agroecological seed company in Argentina, Constelación Semillas Agroecológicas, was highlighted as the affiliate of the month for their monumental achievements in sustainable agriculture. Chile will no longer host COP, raising questions about the future of climate action in the country.
https://act.web-advocacy.net/page/15700/action/1?locale=en-US