Energy in Colombia

  • Rising demand for electricity in Colombia,

    COLOMBIA, 2013/03/01 Rising request for electricity in Colombia, fuelled by a period of sustained economic expansion, has prompted the national to roll out a series of large-scale infrastructure projects in the energy sector. However, while new projects will play a major role in boosting production capacity, energy security remains a concern, particularly the reliance on hydraulic energy sources.
  • Energy industry draws investors

    COLOMBIA, 2012/12/12 Over the past decade the South American country of Colombia has experienced unprecedented foreign direct many(FDI), principally driven by the country’s booming energy sector. President Juan Manuel Santos has demonstrated his commitment to expanding this FDI, enacting significant reform measures to create incentives for international investors and establishing a political climate of stability.