On July 10, the event “Global Energy Interconnection and Transition for the SDGs” was held with the aim of exchanging experiences and showcasing global advancements and success stories in this field. The main focus was on analyzing Global Energy Interconnection as a fundamental initiative to achieve a highly clean, electrified, and intelligent energy system that allows for sustainable development.
This event was organized by the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (GEICO), with the support of the Permanent Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the United Nations, the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia, the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, and the Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE).
During the event, which brought together experts from around the world, OLADE’s Executive Secretary, Andrés Rebolledo, participated as a speaker and presented on “Energy Transitions in Latin America and the Caribbean.”
In his speech, Rebolledo highlighted that Latin America and the Caribbean is the greenest region in the world, thanks to its abundance of water, sun, wind, and strategic minerals for the energy transition. He assured that these conditions place the region in a privileged position in the global geopolitical scenario.
Furthermore, he explained that Latin America and the Caribbean are advancing towards the second phase of energy transitions, which requires greater planning and the construction of new electrical transmission infrastructures. Additionally, he highlighted that countries are working intensively on developing the green hydrogen industry.
Rebolledo concluded his speech by pointing out the existing challenges related to per capita electricity consumption, energy efficiency, among other aspects.
The event featured the presence of experts and representatives from global organizations, who reflected on the importance of generating greater collaboration to achieve a sustainable future.
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