The Ministry of Energy launches a package of 19 measures to unblock renewable energy projects.

The Ministry of Mines and Energy announced a set of 19 actions to reactivate renewable energy projects in Colombia , many of which are facing delays due to paperwork, licensing, or a lack of coordination between entities. The announcement was made by the acting Deputy Minister of Energy, Jorge Andrés Cristancho, at the 8th LATAM Renewables Meeting and Fair in Barranquilla.

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Among the most significant measures is the issuance of a decree with a new methodology for allocating connection points, including a special chapter for cases such as the offshore wind round and projects that already have all the permits but are awaiting connection. A mechanism is also proposed to allow projects that will not continue to release their connection points without being penalized, facilitating their reallocation. Other key actions include: - Delegation to UPME to create the National Information System for Renewable Projects. - Legal review of the resolution on permits for the exploration and exploitation of geothermal energy. - Calling the Attorney General's Office to support the inter-institutional roundtable led by the Ministry of Energy, to monitor and improve the management of entities such as environmental corporations.

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These measures are part of the 6GW Plus plan, the government's central strategy to diversify and decarbonize the country's energy matrix.

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