Havana hosts the LXI Session of the OLACDE Board of Experts and the meeting of advisors for the Latin American and Caribbean Energy Information System
Havana, Cuba, became the focal point of the Latin American and Caribbean energy sector on June 12-13, 2024, by hosting the LXI Ordinary Session of the Board of Experts of The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE). This event marked the beginning of preparations for the upcoming LIV Meeting of Energy Ministers of Latin America and the Caribbean, supported by the Cuban Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) and in collaboration with the EU-Cuba experience exchange project, coordinated by the International and Ibero-American Foundation for Administration and Public Policies (FIIAPP/Spanish Cooperation).
The OLACDE Board of Experts, composed of delegates from the 27 Member States, convened to advise and lay the groundwork for the crucial ministerial meeting scheduled for October 2024 in Asunción, Paraguay, during the IX Energy Week. This body plays a fundamental role in shaping energy policies and facilitating dialogue among member countries on vital regional issues.
During the deliberations, several significant topics were addressed, including:
Gender and Energy: Implementation of current ministerial decisions to promote gender equity in the energy sector.
Methane Observatory: Discussions on the importance of monitoring and mitigating methane emissions.
Critical Minerals: Exploration of sustainable management of essential minerals for the energy transition.
New Generation Fuels: Evaluation of the potential for new fuels in the regional energy matrix.
Regional Gas Integration: Proposals to improve the integration of the gas market in the region.
OLACDE Business Council: Strengthening public-private collaboration in the energy industry.
New ministerial decision proposals were also presented for consideration at the next meeting in Paraguay.
Simultaneously, the XVII Working Meeting of Advisors for the Latin American and Caribbean Energy Information System (sieLAC) was held. This forum focused on improving processes and methodologies for managing energy statistical information, which is vital for decision-making in the region. Participants discussed incorporating new content into sieLAC and reached agreements to strengthen the management and dissemination of relevant energy data.
OLACDE reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting the countries in the region in seeking comprehensive and sustainable energy solutions. The goal is clear: to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and ensure a secure and prosperous energy future for future generations.
This meeting in Havana not only reflects OLACDE’s ongoing efforts to foster cooperation and energy development in Latin America and the Caribbean but also underscores the importance of international collaboration to address global energy challenges.
Communications and InstitutionalRelations Departmentjosefa.corral@OLACDE.org
Havana hosts the LXI Session of the OLACDE Board of Experts and the meeting of advisors for the Latin American and Caribbean Energy Information System
Newsletter summary
Havana, Cuba, became the focal point of the Latin American and Caribbean energy sector on June 12-13, 2024, by hosting the LXI Ordinary Session of the Board of Experts of The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE). This event marked the beginning of preparations for the upcoming LIV Meeting of Energy Ministers of Latin America and the Caribbean, supported by the Cuban Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) and in collaboration with the EU-Cuba experience exchange project, coordinated by the International and Ibero-American Foundation for Administration and Public Policies (FIIAPP/Spanish Cooperation).
We advance high-level technical training programs that foster experience-sharing and develop the human and institutional capacities required to drive energy transformations across our region.
Our academic programs offer executive courses, postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees, and innovative initiatives focused on key areas such as the energy transition, conventional and renewable energy, electromobility, and regional integration.
OLACDE builds a regional network of energy expertise, connecting governments, young professionals, academics, and industry experts to foster collaborative solutions through technical cooperation and talent development to address future energy and climate challenges.
Technical cooperation & climate finance
We strengthen South-South and triangular cooperation as key drivers to accelerate energy transitions across Latin America and the Caribbean. OLACDE unites efforts among governments, multilateral organizations, academic institutions, and the private sector to mobilize financing, technical expertise, and innovative solutions tailored to our regional context.
We advance strategic initiatives aimed at directing resources toward decarbonization, conventional energy, renewables, and energy justice projects—building a more efficient, inclusive, and sustainable regional cooperation architecture.
Regional energy community
We are building a regional energy community with a global outlook, positioning Latin America and the Caribbean as a pivotal player on the international stage. OLACDE amplifies regional representation in key multilateral energy, trade, and climate forums by fostering strategic alliances and international cooperation.
Through flagship events such as Energy Week and new spaces for high-level dialogue, we champion a collective voice that attracts investment, drives technical partnerships, and unlocks sustainable development opportunities across our region
Energy transition & strategic projects
We foster a regional energy transition built on sustainability, energy security, and social inclusion. OLACDE supports Member Countries in adopting emerging technologies—such as energy efficiency, storage solutions, green hydrogen, electromobility, and grid digitalization—to accelerate the sector’s decarbonization.
Our approach promotes strategic projects that strengthen energy resilience across Latin America and the Caribbean, reducing emissions while building a cleaner, more competitive energy infrastructure. Key regional initiatives, including OEMLAC, position our region as a benchmark for climate innovation and sustainable energy development.
Energy information and data
We develop regional platforms dedicated to energy intelligence, technical analysis, and strategic data systems that empower both public and private decision-making across the sector. OLACDE drives digital transformation in energy by leveraging artificial intelligence, georeferencing, and advanced analytical tools to map regional energy trends.
The integration of systems such as SieLAC, along with new regional digital platforms, consolidates reliable, up-to-date technical data—enabling modern, interoperable, and evidence-based energy planning.
Regional energy integration
We foster cooperation across the regional energy sector by prioritizing infrastructure development, cross-border collaboration, and regulatory alignment to enhance energy security in Latin America and the Caribbean. OLACDE coordinates strategic projects in power grid interconnections, natural gas integration, and joint energy planning to build resilient, sustainable partnerships.
Working alongside the governments of our 27 Member States, regional blocs, multilateral institutions, and key public and private stakeholders, we drive initiatives that introduce innovative energy exchange mechanisms, strengthen national capacities, and accelerate a unified regional energy transition.
Simultaneously, the XVII Working Meeting of Advisors for the Latin American and Caribbean Energy Information System (sieLAC) was held. This forum focused on improving processes and methodologies for managing energy statistical information, which is vital for decision-making in the region. Participants discussed incorporating new content into sieLAC and reached agreements to strengthen the management and dissemination of relevant energy data.
OLACDE reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting the countries in the region in seeking comprehensive and sustainable energy solutions. The goal is clear: to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and ensure a secure and prosperous energy future for future generations.
This meeting in Havana not only reflects OLACDE’s ongoing efforts to foster cooperation and energy development in Latin America and the Caribbean but also underscores the importance of international collaboration to address global energy challenges.
Communications and Institutional
Relations Department
josefa.corral@OLACDE.org
