The region produced a total of 162 TWh, representing an 8% increase compared to December 2024. The data highlights a renewability index of 65%, driven by 105 TWh from renewable sources and a notable increase in the contribution of natural gas, which accounted for 5.4 TWh.
Hydropower remains the primary energy source in the region, covering 45.5% of total generation, followed by natural gas, which represents 25.9%. Likewise, wind and solar photovoltaic energy showed significant growth, with increases of 2.0 TWh and 0.9 TWh, respectively, reflecting progress toward a more diversified and sustainable energy matrix.
Nine countries in the region achieved renewability indices above 75%, reaffirming their commitment to decarbonization and sustainable energy development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
This analysis was conducted by the Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE) as part of its Monthly Electricity Generation Report #2, capturing the evolving energy landscape of the region.
Download the full report at the following link:https://www.olade.org/en/publicaciones/may-2025report-n-2-electricity-generation-in-latin-america-and-the-caribbean/
