Election of the Executive Secretary of OLACDE, term 2020-2022

During the XLIX regular session of the OLACDE Meeting of Ministers, held in Lima, Peru on November 14, 2019, under strict compliance with the provisions of the Lima Agreement and the internal regulations of OLACDE, the election process of the Executive Secretary of OLACDE for the period 2020-2022 was held. The aforementioned electoral process (under […]

OLACDE and the Ministry of Energy and Mines of Peru urge the exhibitors and associated organizations of the Energy Week and SunWorld to strengthen the leadership role of women in the energy sector and avoid any expression of sexist advertising and promotion.

The Ministry of Mines and Energy of Peru and The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization, organizers of the Sun World 2019 and the Fourth Energy Week of Latin America and the Caribbean, urge companies, partner agencies and participants to promote gender equality in their activities scheduled during the aforementioned events trying to highlight the […]

Public officials of the Belize Ministry of Energy strengthened their knowledge of the new harmonized methodology OLACDE – IRES

Within the framework of the Project “Strengthening the Capacities of the Caribbean Energy Statistics”, executed by The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE) with the financial support of the World Bank, the workshop on Capacity Building in the Energy Balance Methodology was held Nacional (BEN), in the city of Belmopan-Belize from October 16 to […]

The benefits of data transparency to support a sustainable energy future were discussed at the XIV International Conference of the Joint Organizations Data Initiative (JODI)

The benefits of data transparency to support a sustainable energy future, is that motto that the XIV International Conference of the Joint Organizations Data Initiative (JODI) had. Event where The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE) participated, as part of the eight International Organizations that are part of the JODI Initiative. On behalf of […]

In Panama, through a provision of the Rational and Efficient Energy Use Law, a business model that generates new jobs based on replaced inefficient equipment scrapping is analyzed

As part of the technical cooperation activities that The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE) develops with the authorities of the energy sector of Panama, on October 14, 2019, in the capital city of the country, the proposal on the mechanism of disposition of replaced inefficient equipment (especially appliances) was presented jointly with the […]

In Panama, through a provision of the Rational and Efficient Energy Use Law, a business model that generates new jobs based on replaced inefficient equipment scrapping is analyzed

Newsletter summary

As part of the technical cooperation activities that The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE) develops with the authorities of the energy sector of Panama, on October 14, 2019, in the capital city of the country, the proposal on the mechanism of disposition of replaced inefficient equipment (especially appliances) was presented jointly with the […]

Capacity building & knowledge

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.