IDB World: Financial Innovation; Private Funding for the Power Sector; Green Housing
We present three selected IDB Group blog posts on financial innovation in the real estate industry, private funding for the power sector and the involvement of the private sector in the development of green housing.
How Power Batteries Can Accelerate Decarbonization
There can be no global shift to renewable energy without better storage technology. New solutions such as Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are emerging in the region to help build the business case for coupling this technology with renewables.
How to Promote Energy Efficiency in the Private Sector
Energy efficiency is critical for Latin America and the Caribbean, historically characterized by high energy consumption and low productivity. Lessons learned from promoting energy efficiency practices among firms can help guide strategies moving forward.
Green Transmission Lines: Key Asset for the Development of Renewables in the Region
You probably haven't heard yet about a great way to ensure the sustainability of the energy sector: green transmission lines. These lines contribute to decarbonize interconnected national grids and feature top notch social practices.
Welcome to the New Hydrogen Economy!
Green hydrogen is the new kid on the block in the renewable energy space. It’s generated through the split of hydrogen from oxygen in water using a renewable source (solar, wind energy or hydropower), causing no emissions from this process.
IDB World: Citizens Against Corruption, Green Hydrogen, Air Transport
We present three selected IDB Group blog entries, on citizen control in the fight against corruption in Peru, green hydrogen and the importance of air freight transport in Latin America and the Caribbean