OLACDE at event on energy efficiency in Ecuador

The Director of Studies, Projects, and Information at OLACDE, Fitzgerald Cantero, participated in the event “Exploring New Horizons in Energy Efficiency: Challenges and Opportunities in Ecuador,” organized by the Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral (ESPOL).

The central purpose of the event was to communicate the significant changes associated with the new energy efficiency law, as well as the currently effective regulations in Ecuador. This legal framework is crucial for our energy future and requires a deep understanding from all involved sectors. Additionally, it was an opportunity to explore the regional vision on energy and energy efficiency.

In his speech, Cantero emphasized that Ecuador is on the path toward energy sustainability. Energy efficiency has become a priority as the country seeks to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and minimize environmental impact. The challenges are many, but so are the opportunities. One of the goals defined at COP 28 for 2030 is to triple renewable energies, he mentioned.

The event was mainly aimed at the academic and industrial sectors, with the objective of creating a space for dialogue, learning, and collaboration that promotes greater awareness and adoption of energy efficiency practices among these critical sectors, contributing not only to environmental sustainability but also to economic competitiveness and energy resilience in our country.

Department of Communication and Institutional Relations – María Josefa Corral

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OLACDE at event on energy efficiency in Ecuador

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Fitzgerald Cantero, participated in the event “Exploring New Horizons in Energy Efficiency: Challenges and Opportunities in Ecuador.”

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.