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 […]

Officials from the Ministry of Science, Energy and Technology of Jamaica participated in a Workshop on Capacity Building in the National Energy Balance Methodology (BEN)

Within the framework of the Project “Strengthening the capacities of the Energy Statistics of the Caribbean”, which has been executed by The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE), since January 2018 with the financial support of the World Bank, the workshop on Capacity Building was held in the National Energy Balance Methodology (BEN). Training […]

OLACDE participates in the First Regional Workshop: Renewable Energy Roadmap and flexibility analysis for Central America

Recent advances in information systems, statistics and energy planning were presented by The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE) through the Director of Studies, Projects and Information, Andrés Schuschny, during the 1st Regional Workshop: Energy Roadmap renewables and flexibility analysis for Central America. Event organized by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the […]

The Executive Secretary of OLACDE carried out official missions in the region to define and strengthen joint strategies with the Member Countries

The first week of September 2019, the Executive Secretary of The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE), Alfonso Blanco, carried out official missions to Mexico, Argentina, Paraguay and Panama, with the aim of strengthening and defining joint work strategies with the Member Countries of the Organization. In Paraguay, he participated in the workshop on […]

The National Energy Information System for Ecuador -sieECUADOR- was launched

On Thursday, September 5, 2019, in Quito, the host city of The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE), the official launch of the Project for the Implementation of the National Energy Information System for Ecuador – sieEcuador for the Ministry of Energy and Non-Renewable Natural Resources was carried out. This project that has the […]

2.375 inhabitants of 3 communities in Guyana are benefited with the implementation of the OLACDE Rural Electrification Methodology

A total of 2,375 inhabitants of the Powaikoru, Moraikobai and Shulinab communities in Guyana are benefited with photovoltaic systems, which were implemented through the pilot projects, executed with the OLACDE Rural Electrification Methodology (Methodology of Management of Rural Energization Projects with Inclusion of Social Variables and Corporate Social Responsibility). These projects, which are promoted by […]

ALFONSO BLANCO BONILLA TAKES OFFICE AS THE NEW EXECUTIVE SECRETARY OF The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization

Newsletter summary

Mr. Alfonso Bonilla Blanco, Uruguayan national took office as the Executive Secretary of OLACDE for the period 2017-2019. The event took place on January 23, 2017, at the “Capilla del Hombre” (O Guayasamin Museum) in Quito, Ecuador. Mr. Blanco Bonilla has a relevant career in the energy sector in Latin America and the Caribbean. He […]

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.