Colombia shared solar container policy document

What is Colombia's energy transition policy?

Colombia’s energy transition policy making is an inspiring example of a fossil fuel producing country committed to climate action, based on a long-term decarbonisation pathway and a policy of energy and economic diversification and a just transition.

What is energy policy in Colombia?

Energy policy in Colombia is defined by the National Energy Plan (PEN) 2020–2050, which includes solar and wind in its diferent scenarios, including for both grid-connected and unconnected areas. Electricity planning is outlined by the 15-year Generation and Transmission Expansion Plans, which are updated yearly.

How can wind and solar energy be used in Colombia?

The expected large deployment of wind and solar resources in Colombia can be used to leverage creation of local employment, gender equality and benefits to local communities and Indigenous peoples. This will require strengthened policy frameworks to avoid negative efects on these areas.

Does Colombia have a guide for saving water and energy?

Colombia also has a guide for saving water and energy in buildings. The PND 2022-2026 requires an energy audit of all government administrative facilities every four years and energy saving targets to be achieved through energy efficiency measures and the deployment of non-conventional renewables (GoC, 2023).

How does the IEA support Colombia's energy transition?

The IEA supports Colombia’s agenda for a just energy transition. Experience from the IEA’s Global Commission on People-Centred Transitions provides useful learnings for the government of Colombia, helping to boost local economic benefits and the transition to clean energy and new job opportunities.

Is hydrogen a key energy carrier in Colombia?

Colombia has made impressive progress in recent years to develop a vision for the role of hydrogen in its energy system, especially since hydrogen was recognised as a key energy carrier in the Energy Transition Law (2021).