OLACDE Publications

Strategic knowledge for the region’s energy future

OLACDE Publications brings together books and reports that explore in depth the main challenges and opportunities in the energy sector in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Long-term energy decisions require robust analysis and strategic vision. OLACDE’s publications aim to generate rigorous knowledge, guide public policy, and provide concrete proposals for the region’s sustainable energy development.

White Paper on Mining development and energy planning in Latin America and the Caribbean

The White Paper Productive development and universal energy access in Latin America and the Caribbean: opportunities for microgrids

White Paper on Energy Efficiency in Latin American and the Caribbean 2026

June 2026
Electric Mobility Monitor in Latin America and the Caribbean

Outlook 2025: Production and Foreign Trade of Oil and Natural Gas in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)

White Paper on Mining development and energy planning in Latin America and the Caribbean

The White Paper Productive development and universal energy access in Latin America and the Caribbean: opportunities for microgrids

White Paper on Energy Efficiency in Latin American and the Caribbean 2026

Decree 2020/009. Proposal for a disposal system for replaced inefficient equipment, as a complement to the fund to be established for the rational and efficient use of energy in the Republic of Panama

DTO 2019/008 Energy poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean: A proposal for indicators to measure energy access from a social inequality and gender perspective

DTO 2019/007 Solar water heating (SWH) NAMA concept for the industrial, commercial and residential sectors in Belize.

DTO 2019/006 Assessment of the electricity generation system and ist invesment alternatives of Belize.

DTO 2018/005 Aplicación de la herramienta de verificación Check List RSC. Principales reflexiones y aprendizajes.

Journal: Minds runing on Direct Current

Newsletter summary

Electrification lies at the heart of the energy transformation in Latin America and the Caribbean. Growing demand, the accelerated integration of renewable sources, the modernization and expansion of grids, energy storage, digitalization, and the need to ensure more resilient systems pose challenges that extend well beyond the strictly technological dimension. Electrifying the region also means […]

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.