Latin American and Caribbean Energy Journal ENERLAC- Volume V, Issue 2, December 2021

The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE) presents the new edition of the Latin American and Caribbean Journal of Energy (enerLAC), volume V, number 2 December 2021. Download it here

In this edition, the ENERLAC Journal offers its readers the following topics:

-Electric vehicles and the impact on the power system in Chile.

-Exploitation of shale gas fields in Mexico.

-Construction of energy scenarios for the extraction of oil in Block 43 in Ecuador.

-Techno-economic comparison of the implementation of a backward-looking algorithm in photovoltaic systems in Honduras.

-China’s Footprint in Brazil’s electricity sector

-Legal implications of the nature of electric energy in the Peruvian legislation.

-Design of a solar charging station for electric vehicles in Peru

-Estimation of the scale effect of wind power generation in Argentina

-Potential for the implementation of sustainable energy communities in Argentina.

The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Journal (enerLAC) is an institutional publication of OLACDE, produced in cooperation with the Association of Universities of the Montevideo Group (AUGM), with a biannual periodicity.

The objective of the journal is to contribute to the dissemination of research results and technical scientific papers on the energy sector in Latin America and the Caribbean, prepared by academics and researchers belonging to institutions linked to the sector in the 27 Member Countries of the Organization.

The journal focuses on research and analysis of topics on electric power, energy efficiency, renewable energy resources, energy and gender, hydrocarbons, climate change, energy policy, energy integration and sustainable development in Latin America and the Caribbean. More information enerlac.OLACDE.org

 

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Latin American and Caribbean Energy Journal ENERLAC- Volume V, Issue 2, December 2021

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The Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLACDE) presents the new edition of the Latin American and Caribbean Journal of Energy (enerLAC), volume V, number 2 December 2021. Download it here

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.