Core Viewpoint - Ecopetrol S.A. has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Statkraft for the potential acquisition of a renewable energy portfolio in Colombia, which includes solar and wind projects totaling up to 1.3 GW [1][3]. Group 1: Acquisition Details - The portfolio includes one company focused on solar and wind asset development, six special purpose entities with solar projects (614 MW), and three special purpose entities with wind projects (750 MW) [1][2]. - The acquisition is contingent upon fulfilling certain conditions and legal requirements [1]. Group 2: Strategic Importance - If completed, this acquisition would significantly advance Ecopetrol's decarbonization and energy transition goals, particularly the aim of achieving 900 MW of renewable self-generation capacity by 2025 [3]. - The transaction is expected to enhance low-emission energy generation for Ecopetrol's self-consumption, thereby reducing reliance on spot market purchases and diversifying the company's energy matrix [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - Ecopetrol is the largest company in Colombia and a major integrated energy player in the Americas, responsible for over 60% of the country's hydrocarbon production [5]. - The company has a diverse portfolio that includes energy transmission, real-time system management, and international operations in strategic basins across the Americas [5].

Agreements Bolster AES' Position as the Energy Partner of Choice for Corporate Customers ARLINGTON, Va., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) today announced that it has entered into two long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) to support Meta's data centers with 650 MW of solar projects that AES is bringing online in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) market. "AES is proud to partner with Meta to deliver reliable and affordable renewable energy that supports their data center growth an ...

SAO PAULO, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On May 20th, 2025, the first "China-Brazil Economic and Finance Conference" organized and hosted by China International Capital Corporation Limited (CICC), was successfully held in São Paulo, Brazil. Hundreds of government officials, representatives from leading enterprises and investment institutions across China and Brazil attended the conference. At the event, Xu Yicheng, CICC's Member of Management Committee, represented the company. In his opening remarks, Xu ...

Statkraft has signed an agreement to sell Enerfín Colombia, its renewables portfolio in Colombia, to the country’s national oil company Ecopetrol. Enerfín Colombia was established in 2016 and is based in Bogotá. The transaction includes staff, eight projects under development, and the 130 MW Portón del Sol solar plant. This plant entered into operation over a year ago and was the first utility-scale solar plant in Colombia. The sale is expected to be completed during the third quarter of 2025, subject to r ...

Core Insights - Statkraft has signed an agreement to sell its Colombian renewables portfolio, Enerfín Colombia, to Ecopetrol, the national oil company of Colombia [1] - The transaction includes staff, eight projects under development, and the 130 MW Portón del Sol solar plant, which was the first utility-scale solar plant in Colombia [1] - The sale is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2025, pending regulatory approvals [2] Company Strategy - The divestment of Enerfín Colombia is part of Statkraft's strategy to streamline its operations outside core markets, confirming the company's ability to build a skilled team and an attractive portfolio in Colombia [3] - Statkraft's acquisition of the Colombian renewables portfolio in May 2024 significantly strengthened its position in Spain and Brazil, making it one of the top 10 wind power producers in those countries [4] - The acquisition added a portfolio of 1.5 GW of wind and solar power projects in operation and under construction, along with a pipeline of projects under development, aligning with Statkraft's strategy to grow in selected markets in the Nordics, Europe, and South America [4]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the Finnish economy but emphasizes the need for fiscal consolidation and structural reforms to support economic recovery and growth potential [25][30]. Core Insights - The Finnish economy is slowly recovering from a recession, with a projected real GDP growth of 0.7% in 2025 and 1.1% in 2026, driven by declining interest rates and improved purchasing power [30][32]. - Finland has a strong comparative advantage in renewable electricity and engineering, which positions it well for the green industrial transition, but faces challenges in productivity growth and labor market mismatches [25][28]. - The report highlights the importance of attracting foreign talent to address skill shortages and enhance economic growth, alongside the need for reforms in higher education to increase attainment rates [51][43]. Summary by Sections Economic Recovery and Public Finances - The Finnish economy is gradually recovering, but growth lags behind Nordic peers and the OECD average, with a contraction of 0.1% in 2024 [31][30]. - Fiscal pressures are increasing due to rising defense, health, and pension expenditures, with a fiscal deficit of 4.4% of GDP in 2024 [37][30]. - Structural reforms are necessary to improve public spending efficiency and address labor market mismatches to sustain recovery [39][30]. Higher Education Attainment - Finland's higher education attainment rate has stagnated, ranking 30th among OECD countries, contributing to labor shortages in highly skilled positions [44][43]. - The higher education system is primarily publicly funded, and reforms are needed to increase the number of first-entrant places and expand the range of post-graduate qualifications [49][43]. - Encouraging business funding for higher education research is essential to free up resources for new entrants [25][43]. Attracting Foreign Talent - Attracting high-skilled foreign workers is crucial for addressing current and future skill shortages, particularly in sectors like ICT and green energy [51][52]. - Language proficiency remains a barrier for foreign workers, necessitating expanded language training programs and flexible workplace language policies [53][52]. - Initiatives to provide more internship opportunities for foreign students are needed to improve retention rates post-graduation [54][52]. Transition to Net Zero - Finland is not on track to meet its 2035 net zero greenhouse gas emissions target, with a need for increased forest growth and reduced soil emissions [57][56]. - Investment in low-emissions technologies is essential, but current policies and emissions accounting methods hinder progress [67][56]. - The report emphasizes the importance of public-private partnerships to crowd in private investment for the green transition [67][56].

Vitry-le-François, France (May 20, 2025, 6:00 pm CEST) – The 5th World Hydrogen Awards threw Haffner Energy’s unique biomass-based solution HYNOCA® in the limelight today as one of the two hydrogen-production technologies selected for the first Renewable Energy Valley project developed under the umbrella of the Horizon Europe-funded international initiative REFORMERS. Granted to REFORMERS’ Flagship Energy Valley in Alkmaar, Netherlands, in the Clean Project category, after a comprehensive review ...

Core Points - Boralex will present its 2030 Strategy at an Investor Day on June 17, 2025, in Toronto, inviting financial analysts, investors, and media to attend either in person or via a live video webcast [1][2] - The conference will feature presentations from Boralex's senior management regarding various aspects of the 2030 Strategy and financial targets [1] - Media interviews with members of Boralex's Executive Committee will be available on the afternoon of June 17, 2025, to discuss the company's strategy [3] Company Overview - Boralex has been providing affordable renewable energy for over 30 years and is a leader in the Canadian market, as well as the largest independent producer of onshore wind power in France [4] - The company has increased its installed capacity by more than 50% over the past five years, reaching 3.2 GW, and is developing a portfolio of over 8 GW in wind, solar, and storage projects [4] - Boralex is committed to sustainable growth and actively participates in combating global warming through its corporate social responsibility approach [4]

Voltalia announces the appointment of two new Board members, including one independent Voltalia (Euronext Paris, code ISIN: FR0011995588), an international player in renewable energies, announces the appointment of two new board members. Their nomination has been validated by the shareholders during the Voltalia Annual General Meeting held on May 15, 2025 « Following last Thursday's Annual General Meeting, we are pleased to announce the appointment of Bertrand Cousin as an independent Board member, replacin ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Deriva Energy, LLC, a leader in clean power generation, operations and development, today announced that it has completed a $127 million debt financing for a portfolio of two operating energy assets.Principal Asset ManagementSM and MetLife Investment Management provided Senior Secured Notes to the portfolio, which is comprised of two projects owned and operated by Deriva, Ledyard Wind and Pisgah Ridge Solar. Ledyard Wind is a 207 MW wind facility in Kossuth Coun ...