{"id":20095,"date":"2026-04-23T12:27:36","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T12:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olacde.org\/alc-fortalece-su-generacion-electrica-con-un-solido-componente-de-energias-limpias-y-respaldo-estrategico\/"},"modified":"2026-08-27T13:52:53","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T13:52:53","slug":"alc-fortalece-su-generacion-electrica-con-un-solido-componente-de-energias-limpias-y-respaldo-estrategico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olacde.org\/en\/alc-fortalece-su-generacion-electrica-con-un-solido-componente-de-energias-limpias-y-respaldo-estrategico\/","title":{"rendered":"LAC strengthens its electricity generation with a solid clean energy component and strategic backup"},"content":{"rendered":"

Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) confirms its position as a global sustainability benchmark by closing December 2025 with electricity generation of 153 TWh. To put this figure into perspective, this volume of energy is equivalent to the monthly demand of approximately 50 million average households in the region, underscoring the magnitude of LAC’s electricity system.<\/p>\n

Key technical data:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Sustained growth of the electricity system:<\/strong> Regional generation reached 153 TWh in December 2025, with a year-over-year increase of 2.7%, consolidating a trend of moderate expansion in electricity consumption.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Greater use of thermal generation for backup:<\/strong> Given the monthly drop in hydropower (3%) and wind power (1%), an increase was recorded in thermal sources: coal (9%), natural gas (7%), and oil (5%), demonstrating their role in supply security.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Predominantly renewable matrix, but with operational pressure:<\/strong> The regional renewability index stood at 65%, confirming the leadership of clean energy, although with fluctuations associated with hydrological and climate availability.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Change in year-over-year generation dynamics:<\/strong> An increase in fossil generation is observed, led by oil and derivatives (7.4 TWh), together with gas and coal, while renewable sources such as solar (\u22125.7 TWh) and hydropower (\u22123.1 TWh) recorded declines, reflecting a greater short-term reliance on thermal sources.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Non-traditional renewable sources:<\/strong> Growth of 11% in nuclear generation and 10% in geothermal during the last month demonstrates opportunities in stable energy sources not dependent on weather conditions.<\/p>\n

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The value of energy security:<\/strong><\/p>\n

In the current scenario of climate variability and international uncertainty, the region has prioritized energy security: the ability to guarantee uninterrupted and affordable electricity supply under any circumstances.<\/p>\n

Although the matrix is predominantly renewable, LAC uses a complement of thermal energy (mainly natural gas) that acts as a safety net.<\/p>\n

Leadership in clean energy:<\/strong>
\nThe breakdown by renewable sources is as follows:<\/p>\n

Hydropower:<\/strong> Represents 43.9%, being the structural pillar of the region.
\nWind Energy:<\/strong> With a contribution of 12.1%, it continues its expansion thanks to the reduction in technology costs.
\nSolar Energy:<\/strong> Reached 5.1%, driven by public decarbonization policies.
\nOther sources:<\/strong> Bioenergy (3.8%) and geothermal (0.5%) provide stability in areas with specific resources.<\/p>\n

Full report: <\/strong>https:\/\/www.olacde.org\/publicaciones\/abril-2026-reporte-no-12-generacion-electrica-en-america-latina-y-el-caribe\/<\/a><\/p>\n

For more information contact:<\/strong>
\nDiana Soriano, Head of Communications
\ndiana.soriano@olacde.org<\/p>\n

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