A Common Agenda for Energy Transition
At the 10th Energy Week held in Santiago, Latin American and Caribbean energy ministers endorsed a regional agenda to accelerate integration and transition. Organized by the Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE), the summit emphasized the need for shared policies, cross-border interconnection, and collaborative innovation to ensure that the region’s energy systems become cleaner, more efficient, and more resilient. The event marked a decade of dialogue evolving toward implementation.
Linking Transition with Employment and Inclusion
Discussions centered on aligning renewable expansion with job creation and social equity. Delegations highlighted that the energy transition must also be a human transition—anchored in skills development, inclusion of women and youth in the energy workforce, and equitable access to affordable power. The integration of energy storage systems, smart grids, and regulatory convergence were identified as critical enablers of this shift.
Toward a Continental Energy Corridor
With abundant renewable potential—from wind in Patagonia to solar in the Atacama and hydropower in Central America—the region is poised to form an interconnected energy corridor capable of supplying both domestic markets and export needs. The challenge now lies in translating political consensus into infrastructure and investment. As one delegate summarized, Latin America’s next stage is not just about generating cleaner energy—it’s about generating unity, reliability, and shared prosperity through energy cooperation.