Ministry of Energy and Mines

Latin American electricity sector reforms and challenges

5 clusters · 67 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Dominican Republic utilities upgrade electrical infrastructure

Latin American nations are addressing various financial and structural challenges within their electricity sectors. In Colombia, the government has allocated 1.5 trillion pesos to stabilize the sector, including payments

Fuel price volatility and regional responses in Latin Am

7 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Guatemala approves fuel price containment decree

Since mid‑July 2026, fuel prices across Central and South America have risen sharply in line with global oil market dynamics. In Chile, following a three‑week price hike in late July, new adjustments were confirmed by th

Dominican Republic critical mineral exploration

4 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Dominican Republic targets rare earth exports by 2028

The Dominican Republic is advancing exploration for critical minerals and rare earth elements within the Ávila Fiscal Mining Reserve in Pedernales. Through a cooperation framework with the United States, the government a

Infrastructure and transport challenges in Latin America

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Infrastructure and road connectivity concerns raised in Paraguay and Dominican Republic

In the Dominican Republic, infrastructure priorities remain a point of contention. While Teodoro Tejeda, former president of the Dominican College of Engineers and Surveyors (CODIA), continues to urge President Luis Abin

Peru economy shows mixed growth amid mining and port updates

40 clusters · 133 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Peru mining leader eyes copper deficit opportunity

By mid-September 2026, Peru’s economic landscape presented mixed signals. While the economy grew by 3.56% in July, driven by commerce, construction, and services, other sectors faced significant challenges. The fishing s

Paraguayan social movements energy sovereignty protests

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: ANDE warns of tariff deficit and rejects private energy subsidies

In Paraguay, social, peasant, and labor organizations have organized to demand energy sovereignty and improved electricity access. During a plenary session in Asunción at the SITRANDE headquarters, approximately twenty g

Energy instability in Caribbean and South America

13 clusters · 220 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Cuba faces energy crisis amid power outages and heavy rain

Regional energy stability remains under pressure across the Caribbean and South America due to fuel shortages, infrastructure issues, and environmental factors. In Cuba, the energy crisis has intensified, with widespread

Electricity sector developments in South America

10 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Peru energy and mining sectors report significant growth in 2026

In August 2026, electricity sector developments in South America focused on infrastructure expansion and grid modernization in Argentina, Peru, and Ecuador. In Peru, the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) approved modi

Cuba water, waste, and electricity infrastructure crisis

14 clusters · 53 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Matanzas electrical upgrade secures water pumping for 36,000 residents

The systemic infrastructure and sanitation crisis in Cuba has expanded to include severe water contamination, urban decay, and widespread social unrest. In Havana, the instability of basic utilities has triggered demonst

South American mining regulatory and environmental updates

14 clusters · 77 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Peru's Constitutional Court admits lawsuit against Reinfo mining extension

Environmental and social management remains a central focus for South American mining. In Peru, Anglo American’s Quellaveco copper mine reported zero social conflicts for 2026 and earned The Copper Mark certification in

Fuel supply and social unrest in Loreto, Peru

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Iquitos and Loreto region implement 72-hour strike over fuel and mining issues

In early September 2026, Peru’s Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) implemented temporary measures to prevent fuel shortages in the Loreto region. These measures, effective from September 4 to October 2, waived minimum

Peruvian agricultural export growth

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Peru to host Expoalimentaria 2026 food industry fair

Peru has seen significant growth in its agricultural export sector. Coffee exports reached a historic record of US$ 1,796 million over a one-year period, benefiting over 223,000 producer families. This growth is attribut

Ginger production and export challenges in Peru and Brazil

2 clusters · 43 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Peru mining investment targets US$ 7 billion for 2026

The ginger market in Peru and Brazil is facing various supply, regulatory, and environmental pressures. In Peru, while current supply exceeds demand, producers face potential disruptions from El Niño-driven rainfall expe

Glencore mining activities in Argentina

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Glencore and InfraVia eye stake in Eramet lithium business in Argentina

Glencore is expanding its mining footprint in Argentina through different mineral projects. The company has submitted an Environmental Impact Report for the MARA project in Catamarca, which aims to integrate the Agua Ric

Dominican Republic energy capacity expansion

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Manzanillo Gas & Power project reaches 66.9% execution

The Dominican Republic is implementing a strategy to diversify its energy matrix and expand its electrical grid capacity. The government aims to add more than 2,000 megawatts (MW) of firm electrical energy by 2028, utili

Cuba social work program legacy

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Cuba marks social work anniversary and energy innovation event

Cuba is commemorating the legacy of its social workers, who are frequently referred to as the ‘doctors of the soul’. This professional designation originated from programs established during the ‘Battle of Ideas’ initiat

Central American electrical grid instability

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Central American power grid failure causes regional blackouts

Guatemala has been experiencing record-high electricity demand, driven by industrialization and economic growth. This surge has highlighted significant bottlenecks in the electrical transmission network, where over one h

Peruvian government Nanay River basin protection

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Nanay River basin protection measures agreed by Peruvian government

The Peruvian government has committed to implementing protection measures for the Nanay River basin, which serves as the primary water source for Iquitos in the Loreto region. Following discussions between the Coordinato

Dominican Republic-China trade imbalance

2 clusters · 48 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic evaluates nuclear energy and reports labor formality gains

The Dominican Republic has experienced a widening trade deficit with China. Between 2019 and 2025, the deficit reached US$27.755 billion, driven by a significant increase in imports from China while exports remained larg

Dominican Republic public infrastructure maintenance

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic addresses public infrastructure maintenance cycle

The Dominican Republic is addressing a cycle of neglecting public infrastructure maintenance, which has historically led to expensive rehabilitations or demolitions of hospitals, bridges, roads, and sports facilities. I

Dominican Republic Clean Kitchens program expansion

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic expands Clean Kitchens program in María Trinidad Sánchez

The Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Energy and Mines (MEM) is implementing the ‘Cocinas Limpias’ (Clean Kitchens) program to transition vulnerable households from solid fuels, such as firewood and charcoal, to liquefied

Peru energy supply and infrastructure developments

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Peru evaluates gas concession extension for Cálidda

In late August 2026, the Peruvian Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) declared a 30-day emergency regarding the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (GLP) in five southern regions: Arequipa, Cusco, Puno, Moquegua, and Tacn

Cuba power, healthcare, and economic crisis deepens

45 clusters · 426 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Cuba faces critical shortages of water, food, and medicine

The electricity shortfall that began with the July 2024 shutdown of Unit 1 at the Antonio Guiteras plant has continued to worsen. By mid‑July 2026, the state utility UNE reported a generation deficit of about 2,260 MW du

Dominican Republic electricity sector leadership transition

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Joel Santos to retain Energy Minister role while leading CUED

Joel Santos, the Minister of Energy and Mines, has assumed the presidency of the Unified Council of Electricity Distribution Companies (CUED) in the Dominican Republic. His leadership aims to unify strategic management,

Mining exploration permit approvals in Peru

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Colt Silver secures environmental permit for Puno exploration

Mining companies in Peru have secured new environmental permits to expand or initiate exploration activities. Coppernico Metals Inc. received approval for a semi-detailed environmental impact assessment to expand its So

Larimar gemstone industry and cultural promotion

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Barahona hosts first Larimar Direct Sales Fair to support local artisans

The larimar gemstone, a symbol of Dominican national identity, has seen recent developments in both the high fashion and mining sectors. In Santo Domingo, jewelry designer Gisselle Mancebo presented her exhibition ‘Ciel